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Millions to get £301 cost of living cash over 23-day period - see who qualifies

The money is the first of three instalments that make up the £900 cost of living payment - but not everyone will qualify for the cost of living cash from today (Tuesday April 25)

Daily Mirror

Edgy or insensitive? The Paralympics TikTok account sparks a debate

People are slamming the account for what they see as mocking Para athletes. But those behind it, and some featured on it, say it's an important tool for increasing visibility and understanding.

WEKU

Bedford expands premises in bid to hire more workers with a disability

Workers like Paul Dunn play a big role in servicing Port Lincoln's seafood industry and now he could be joined by new colleagues as the organisation he works for expands its premises.

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4 ways all online university courses could promote student mental health

One quarter of first-year university students in Canada self-declare that they have a disability. Among those, mental-health-related disabilities are the most common. Each year, more students with self-declared mental-health issues enroll in post-secondary institutions.

The Conversation

Ask the Expert: Tackling your financial future – what to consider before you get started

A good financial adviser will help you work out your goals for the future as well as acting as a coach to help you stay on track.

The New Daily

'I fought hard to be seen as equal but the Irish Government doesn't think about people like me'

Kayleigh – who was born with cerebral palsy – is a fiercely independent woman

Irish Mirror

Exercise and good nutrition can be hard for people with autism, but expert help can overcome some of the obstacles

People with a disability face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining their health and fitness, but experts have weighed in with some tips for staying in shape.

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DWP set to record all disability health assessments from next year in system shake-up

It comes after the recommendation was put forward by the Work and Pensions Committee, along with extending form deadlines and introducing targets for assessment wait times

Chronicle Live

DWP plans to record all disability health assessments on new system from next year

Benefits assessments can be conducted in a number of ways

Nottingham Post

Ipswich defender aiming for League One title to go with award for disability work

George Edmundson has been voted League One’s Player in the Community for his work with Ipswich’s disability team and helping other projects at the Suffolk-based club

Daily Mirror

DWP announces plans to record all disability health assessments on new system from next year

Benefits assessments can be conducted in-person, by video call or over the phone.

Daily Record

Sinead Burke graces cover of British Vogue as one of five disabled stars

The iconic fashion magazine is focusing its May 2023 issue on disability

The Independent UK

Iowa to vote in 2024 on gubernatorial succession amendment

The Iowa State Legislature referred a constitutional amendment to the 2024 ballot that would create a system of succession in the case of temporary or permanent disability of the governor. The amendment would provide that if the governor dies, resigns, or is removed from office, the lieutenant governor would assume…

Ballotpedia

‘We can’t make assisted suicide the norm until we give disabled people another option’

James Moore speaks to disability rights activist Jane Campbell about the ways disabled people are dehumanised by the UK’s broken healthcare system – and what she’s doing to change that

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DWP: New rules on £150 energy discount issued to PIP claimants as 290,000 miss out

The government has said that people on disability benefits aren't in enough 'fuel poverty' with their energy bills

Tribune News Service

Pennsylvania launches program to teach students disability inclusion

PITTSBURGH — School districts across the state, including those in Western Pennsylvania, could soon implement new curriculum focusing on political and historical contributions made by people with disabilities.

Nottingham Post

DWP PIP and DLA claimants issued £150 energy discount warning as thousands miss out

People on disability benefits aren't in enough 'fuel poverty' with their energy bills, the Government said

ABC News

All Abilities Mackay child disability support centre unsure of reopening date after break-in

A centre which offers play and interaction for people of all abilities has been forced to close after being completely trashed. Its boss is unsure when it will reopen.

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National Disability Insurance Agency suspends automated payments to business of advocate Kelvin Steinhardt

The National Disability Insurance Agency says it is suspending automated payments to a business associated with an advocate alleged by former clients and service providers to have submitted invoices for services that were never delivered.

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Colorado Voters Will Decide: Should 100% Disabled Vets Pay Lower Property Taxes?

An amendment change divides voters as some seek to reward military sacrifice and others oppose granting special privileges.

The Guardian - UK

The trials and triumphs of Sophie Morgan: ‘At 18 I had my hot girl summer. That August I was paralysed’

After a car crash, Morgan knew she was exactly the same person – she just couldn’t walk. But she had to convince everyone else. She explains how she became a forthright campaigner and a successful TV presenter

Daily Record

DWP payments supporting people on disability benefits including PIP alleged target of £800,000 fraud

DWP will ensure any vulnerable claimants who had their benefits hijacked will have entitlement restored.

Nottingham Post

DWP: State Pensioners with certain eyesight conditions could be due up to £407 a month

Here's how to check

Daily Record

People on Universal Credit with health conditions could be due up to £172 extra every week

If you need help due to a disability or long-term health condition you may qualify for extra support through PIP or ADP.

The Conversation

The NDIS is set for a reboot but we also need to reform disability services outside the scheme

NDIS Minister Bill Shorten yesterday announced a “reboot” of Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme and six major areas of reform. Getting the NDIS back on track, Shorten said, will require reform across all disability services.

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