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The political party manifestos have failed to mention people with learning disabilities, and a new poll of MPs show many “do not understand” the issues this group of people face, according to a service provider.
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Leading politicians from the five main political parties outlined some of their policies and gave their own views on what needs to happen to the welfare system after the general election at an event organised by a coalition of charities.
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Three years ago Ross Baker was living as a virtual hermit, but a change in support provider has enabled him to blossom and play a full part in his community. Editor Dan Parton reports
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Nando’s has teamed up with web app Good Food Talks to make their all-new, healthier menu easier to read for the estimated 10 million people in the UK with some form of dyslexia.
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A state-of-the-art home for people with severe autism in Bromborough in the Wirral has been officially opened by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Merseyside, Dame Lorna Muirhead DBE.
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The Law Society has published a new practical guide on the law on deprivation of liberty for lawyers and health and social care professionals.
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A “woeful inadequacy” of apprenticeships, internships and jobs for adults with autism is holding back their prospects and blighting society, according to experts at the Priory Group.
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Young people with learning disabilities from the Belfast area gathered together recently to ask a panel of local candidates questions about the issues that matter to them in the forthcoming general election.
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A pilot scheme to improve services for students with autism has been launched by Leeds Beckett University.
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Following the success of autism-friendly performances in 2013 and 2014, a third specially adapted performance of Disney’s musical The Lion King has been announced for Sunday, August 30 with tickets on sale now.
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