April 2023

Investigations into deaths of people with mental ill health, a learning disability or autism are “woefully inadequate”, and inquests often isolate and demonise families, according to a new report by INQUEST.
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The American toy company Mattel has created a new Barbie with Down’s syndrome, as part of plans to create “the most diverse doll line on the market”.
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The learning disability charity Hft is offering free support and advice to unpaid carers who live in England and support someone who is autistic or has a learning disability.
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Ellie Goldstein has made history by being the first model with Down’s syndrome to be on the cover of British Vogue.
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This week MP Barbara Keeley led a debate in the House of Commons on ways that the government could prevent the abuse and poor treatment of people with a learning disability and of autistic people in in-patient settings. 
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NHS England has reminded healthcare professionals to make “appropriate” DNACPR (do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation) decisions for people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
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The short breaks scheme – which provides support for families with children with SEND to take short breaks – is being rolled out to thousands more families.
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An addiction rehabilitation service is calling for people with ADHD who are struggling with substance abuse to receive specialist treatment faster, after new research revealed that people with ADHD are three times more likely to have a…
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A disabled child who has significant medical needs and uses a wheelchair was unable to have a crucial operation after Lambeth council failed to move the family to suitable accommodation.
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Confidential reports obtained by the BBC have revealed more appalling abuse at care homes belonging to the Hesley Group.
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