February 2024

A third of learning disability support workers have left the sector for good due to poor pay and of those remaining many face financial hardship, according to a new report from Mencap.
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The Buckland Review aims to identify and break down the barriers to autistic people securing sustained and fulfilling employment. 
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Birmingham City Council has announced a proposed £300 million saving plan to regain financial stability, but cuts from local councils are likely to impact disabled and older residents the most.
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NHS chief executive Amanda Pritchard has announced that ‘Martha’s Rule’ will be rolled out in NHS hospitals across England.
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From imposing set bedtimes to stopping people using the kitchen, watchdog the Care Quality Commission (CQC) is to target the everyday blanket restrictions on people’s lives that slip under the radar. 
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Four in 10 (41%) family carers are considering leaving the workforce or reducing work hours due to caregiving demands, a new survey has found.
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This article summarises some key pieces of research in the learning disability and autism field over recent months. This includes studies on experiences of long-stay hospital settings, obtaining Education, Health and Care Plans, staff…
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A new buddy scheme pairs up people with learning disabilities and autistic people detained in mental health hospitals with people who have experience of inpatient care.
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Data obtained by ITV News has revealed that 8,660 children in England, Scotland and Wales are unable to access formal education despite having an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
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The music industry has rallied around a rock band predominately made up of musicians with a learning disability after the group were stripped of vital charity funding.
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