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The Disabled People's Organisation (DPO) Forum has written an open letter to Stephen Timms outlining its concerns about potential cuts to the disability benefits system
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A new campaign has been launched to highlight the dangers of poor constipation care for people with a learning disability and autistic people.
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A report from the Scottish Human Rights Commission finds that there is little progress in moving people with learning disabilities and autistic people out of institutions.
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Disability organisations, including the National Down Syndrome Policy Group, have written an open letter raising concerns about the potential impact of legalising assisted dying.
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Cerebra is calling for new Government guidance on the provision of paediatric continence supplies in England, Wales and Scotland to address current delays in support and care.
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Caroline, a woman with a learning disability, is celebrating getting the cancer all-clear after fighting to receive life-saving treatment with the help of SeeAbility.
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Third sector organisations can apply for grants of between £75,000 and £250.000 as part of the Scottish Government's Learning Disability Support Fund.
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Preventable deaths of autistic people are caused by insufficient training and gaps in specialist support finds new research from King's College.
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A new report suggests that disability benefits could actually boost the economy by enhancing the well-being and health of disabled people.
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Nominations are now open for the Dimensions' Learning Disability and Autism Leaders’ Awards, which celebrate people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
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