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Minister for Disabled People, Chloe Smith, launches recruitment for the British Sign Language Advisory Board.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The Office for Disability Issues is seeking people to join the new Regional Stakeholder Network in 9 regional groups across England.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Chloe Smith delivers the UK statement at the 15th Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Tens of thousands of British Sign Language (BSL) users are anticipating a momentous day today as a Bill that will see BSL become a recognised language in Britain is expected to clear its final hurdle on the way to becoming l…
More people nearing the end of their life will have fast-track access to financial support through the benefits system thanks to new rules coming into force today.
Green paper will consult on a stronger national system for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), boosting parent confidence.
Funding will help provide over 500 new Changing Places Toilets in England, enabling people to enjoy everything their local area has to offer with dignity and freedom.
The government will today reaffirm its commitment to improving accessibility for D/deaf people, by backing the latest stage of the British Sign Language Bill.
The Department of Health and Social Care and Ministry of Justice have launched a consultation to ensure freedoms and human rights of people lacking mental capacity are better protected.
UK's Chief Medical Officers publish first ever guidelines on physical activity for disabled children and young people.
The government is backing a Bill to make British Sign Language (BSL) a recognised language in the UK and help deaf people play a more prominent role in society.
The Minister for Disabled People launches a consultation on disability workforce reporting as part of the National Disability Strategy
Hundreds of disabled university students are set to benefit from a new ‘passport’ scheme that will support them as they move into work.
The Vulnerability Debt Toolkit will help public sector workers and those who are in debt to government.
Councils are being urged to apply for a share of a £30 million fund to install life-enhancing Changing Places toilets in public places and tourist attractions.
More accessible housing, easier commuting and better job prospects are set to become reality for millions of disabled people in the UK through actions set out in the government’s National Disability Strategy.
The new Health and Disability Green Paper – launched today – will pave the way for a fairer future of the benefits system to better meet the needs of disabled people and those with health conditions.
The money will fund services to provide practical support for disabled children, set up and expand helplines, and provide mental health and wellbeing support.
In line with the latest public health guidance and adhering to strict safety protocols, the department plans to begin reintroducing face-to-face assessments for health and disability benefits.
The government has introduced a number of new accessibility improvements to the home testing programme to make it even easier to get tested.
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