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Surplus from the UK’s third carbon budget will not be carried forward – proving the UK's pragmatic approach to net zero is compatible with its climate targets.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Net Zero Council celebrates its first anniversary with commitment to continue driving decarbonisation across sectors.
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.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
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.
Fast-tracked access to benefits will be extended to more people diagnosed with a terminal illness, increasing the support for those nearing the end of their lives.
UK National Statement at the 14th Conference of the States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
More disabled people will be helped into work thanks to new government support.
An innovative employment support programme has helped 3,570 people with physical and mental health conditions find and stay in work in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw.
Deaf people requiring the use of a sign language interpreter will be allowed to take part in jury service for the first time, Ministers announced today (9 March 2021).
Correspondence between SSAC and the minister for Disabled People, Health and Work about The Social Security (Claims and Payments, Employment and Support Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, and Universal Credit) (Amendm…
The Cabinet Office opens recruitment today for 14 Disability and Access Ambassadors.
The Disability Unit has established a new Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs) Forum to strengthen its engagement with disabled people.
Changes to building rules in England to help add larger accessible toilets to more than 150 buildings a year.
Universal Credit claimants can now access British Sign Language interpreters as part of a free video relay service.
A joint statement from the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, the Minister for Care, and the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Children and Families.
A single service to deliver all disability benefits assessments will be trialled before being rolled out nationally, the Government has announced.
On the third anniversary of the scheme, changes have been announced to help businesses achieve their goal of workplace inclusivity.
Speech by Minister for Disabled People Justin Tomlinson at the John Lewis Partnership event to promote health and wellbeing amongst staff.
A groundbreaking training partnership to help jobcentre staff better support Universal Credit claimants who are blind or have visual impairments launches today.
Employers are being urged to shape proposals to transform support for disabled people and those on long-term sick leave.
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