The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Just over three years ago, then-Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the federal government would finally solve the issue of young people with disability having to live in nursing homes. The government developed a strategy and committed to getting all young people out of aged care facilities by 2025.

Writer, teacher and disability rights campaigner who challenged the barriers facing disabled women

Once again, people with no lived experience of disability have decided the solution is really easy - they are focussing on the wrong thing

The invitation to apply online will only be extended to those starting a new claim over the phone.

Bill Shorten says savings possible through tackling rorts, spiralling costs and rip-offs, but disability advocates remain sceptical

A successful claim for Attendance Allowance is worth either £272.40 or £407 every four-week pay period.

One-fifth of the region is living with a disability, so why would a community park makeover leave some unable to play? This seven-year-old who uses a wheelchair is asking council to reconsider.

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s Chicago cop brother was denied duty disability benefits despite contracting COVID-19 on the job in 2020. Mendoza, who attended Wednesday’s ceremony, wiped away tears as she thanked the governor and others who helped get the bill passed.

Below are key dates to add to your diary for the coming months to help you plan your household budget

A child protection officer saw a malnourished teenager gnawing on a dog bone in a case of neglect that lays bare government agency failings.

Measles is a highly infectious disease that can lead to serious problems such as pneumonia, meningitis, and on rare occasions, long-term disability or death. Symptoms include a high fever, sore red watery eyes and a blotchy red-brown rash.