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Grattan on Friday: 'Gotcha' questions are ugly journalism but hazards for leaders

The public don’t have much regard for journalists and many people will be critical of the “gotcha” questioning that found Anthony Albanese on Thursday unable to recite the six points of his policy on the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

The Conversation

How much is attendance allowance 2022: how you could be missing out on £369 per month

Many older people struggling to meet their costs are unaware they could qualify for extra money

Wales Online

DWP confirms exact date this summer new claims for PIP will no longer be accepted for some people

PIP is being replaced by a new disability benefit for more than 305,000 existing claimants.

Daily Record

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DWP PIP could pay people with respiratory conditions up to £156 each week

There has recently been an increase in the number of people now receiving support for 24 types of respiratory conditions

Liverpool Echo

People on Universal Credit or JSA could be eligible for an extra £627 every four weeks

If you need help due to an illness, disability or mental health condition you may qualify for extra financial support from DWP.

Daily Record

Just Gonna Say It: Ten Should Cast A Disabled Person On Bachie Bc Inclusivity Is Srsly Lacking

Despite their push for diversity, we still have yet to see a single disabled person join the show as a lead or as a contestant.

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COVID caseload hits new heights in WA

Eased restrictions have led coronavirus infections to record highs in WA, as disability advocates call for a COVID recovery plan for people with special needs.

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Anyone with asthma urged to check if they're owed £128 each week from the Government

Anyone suffering with respiratory conditions such as asthma could be eligible for financial support with new data showing an increase in the number of people now receiving financial support

Daily Mirror

Everybody who has asthma should check if they're owed over £100 each week

The payments are not linked to Universal Credit so it is a good idea to check if you qualify

Wales Online

PIP payments up to £156 a week could be claimed for 24 types of conditions including asthma

There are nearly 2.9 million people across the UK claiming support for conditions

Nottingham Post

New disability benefit entitlement 'tests' people should know about before making a claim

The 'backwards test' must be met before payments for Adult Disability Payment can start.

Daily Record

Everyone with asthma urged to check if they're owed £152 each week

It has nothing to do with Universal Credit, so well worth checking if you're eligible

Manchester Evening News

Disability inclusion report

A long-term approach and adequate resourcing are needed, researchers say

Newcastle Herald

New Attendance Allowance online guide could help more older people claim up to £92 each week

The DWP could give eligible claimants financial support to help them stay in their own home longer.

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High Court sides with developer Citta over Hobart Parliament Square disability access case

A disability advocate says he will consider lodging a new complaint after the High Court ruled in favour of the developers of Hobart's Parliament Square precinct, in a long-running dispute over equal access.

The Guardian - AU

One-size-fits-all model of accessible housing ‘a disaster’ for Australians with disability

Appropriate housing for people with disabilities remains expensive and difficult to find

Daily Record

New PIP-style benefit decision makers will look at six factors when setting an award review date

Not all disability benefit claimants will be given a payment review date.

Daily Record

PIP provides up to £156 each week to more than 128,300 people with respiratory conditions

There are 24 main respiratory conditions including asthma being supported by the DWP.

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Nottingham Post

DWP easy read guidance on how Carer's Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and benefits

Carer's Allowance is now paid at £69.70 each week

The Conversation

Hospitals only note a person's intellectual disability 20% of the time – so they don't adjust their care

People with intellectual disability only have their disability noted by hospital staff in one in every five hospital admissions, our new study shows.

The Canberra Times

ACT to drop COVID vaccine mandates for teachers, health staff

Vaccine mandates will remain in place for aged care and disability workers in the territory.

The Conversation

'It's shown me how independent I can be' – housing designed for people with disabilities reduces the help needed

The federal government has been warning that the rising cost of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is unsustainable. More than a third of NDIS funding is spent on in-house support provided to 5% of NDIS participants with the highest needs.

Glasgow Live

DWP issues Carer’s Allowance update on how it can affect State Pension, Council Tax and more

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued updated guidance relating to the Carer's Allowance benefit, which is for people who care for somebody with a disability or health condition

Daily Record

New PIP payment rates for this year and all other benefits or discounts successful applicants can access

An award for PIP or the new Adult Disability Payment could lead to benefit top-ups, travel discounts and Council Tax reductions.

Daily Record

DWP shares new guidance on how Carer’s Allowance can affect State Pension, Council Tax and other benefits

The new 'easy read' online guide could encourage more people to claim £69.70 each week.

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