News New report shows economic boost of disability benefits Alison Bloomer Jan 27, 2025 A new report suggests that disability benefits could actually boost the economy by enhancing the well-being and…
Features Making ends meet Liz Tilly Mar 26, 2014 For people with learning disabilities who do not receive support services, living a life on benefits can be a…
Legislation Parents of disabled children urged to consider their will as welfare uncertainty… LDT Editor Apr 30, 2013 Uncertainty over the future of state help for people with disabilities is prompting an increasing number of parents…
Features PIP fears remain unanswered LDT Editor Apr 17, 2013 The changeover from disability living allowance (DLA) to personal independence payment (PIP) began recently, with…
News Low Review gives hope to DLA mobility claimants Dan Parton Jul 20, 2011 Ever since the Welfare Reform Bill was announced in February people have been concerned that those living in…
Lived experience Disability benefits: Charities threaten legal action over cuts Dan Parton Jul 4, 2011 Disability Alliance, a coalition of some 250 disability charities and organisations, and law firm Unity Law have…
News Charities mobilise on DLA cuts LDT Editor Mar 14, 2011 Thirty-nine charities have submitted a report to MPs detailing why proposals to cut the mobility component of the…
News DLA cuts to hit 80,000, charities warn LDT Editor Jan 28, 2011 The government's proposal to remove the mobility component of disability living allowance (DLA) for people in…