More than 200 people took part in a flash mob with a difference on October 11. The Changing Places ‘flush mob’ descended on Trafalgar Square to raise awareness of the Changing Places toilet campaign and the need for more fully accessible… Read More...
Anglers took part in what is believed to be the first ever fishing tournament for people with learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries in Nottinghamshire recently. Read More...
A jazz band that gives people with learning disabilities the chance to create, rehearse and perform their own music alongside seasoned players is revolutionising some of its participants’ lives. Read More...
The National Autistic Society (NAS) is launching the Autism Professional Awards next year to recognise and reward cross-discipline professionals who are leading the way in innovative autism practice. Read More...
More than 7 out of 10 charities say that their contracts to help long-term unemployed people into work could fail because they are not financially sustainable, a report has found. Read More...
Marks and Spencer has announced it is to create 1,00 jobs for people with disabilities at a new warehouse. But much more will need to be done by the Government if the problem of unemployment among people with disabilities is to be… Read More...
Two learning disability housing and supported living organisations have merged to form a new charity, the Housing and Support Alliance, to bring together commissioners, housing and care providers, carers and advocacy organisations. Read More...