
Disability North
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http://www.disabilitynorth.org.uk 03-08-2012 10:11:49
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Solidarity with Jamie Hale, who was on BBC Breakfast this morning alongside Greater Manchester Coalition of Disabled People speaking about his appalling treatment at a recent graduation ceremony. Sadly this is far from a once off - it’s deeply systemic When will institutions recognise their Equality Act obligations..?

Today we are facilitating a focus group for Not North East Ambulance Service to look at access to 999 services for those who use powered wheelchairs.


Over the next 5 years we have ambitious plans to restore The Dene Centre, an incredibly exciting prospect, starting with the roof! We are looking to raise an additional £50k. Can you help ? justgiving.com/campaign/upont… building on the incredible history! #sponsoraslate #raisetheroof

.Rachel Reeves if you want a #Budget24 that supports disabled people into work, invest in services, invest in accessible housing: Disabled people living in accessible homes are 4 times more likely to be employed. Read DPCG’s pre-budget statement here: inclusionlondon.org.uk/news/pre-budge…




.Rachel Reeves Equipment for mobility & health, plus heating to stay well means higher bills for Disabled people. Use #Budget2024 to fund an energy social tariff targeted at Disabled people with high energy costs. Read DPCG’s pre-budget statement here: disabilityrightsuk.org/news/pre-budge…


.Rachel Reeves Some Disabled people are unable to work. That doesn’t make us less valuable as people. In #budget2024 we need your support, not to be attacked. Read our DPCG pre-budget statement: disabilityrightsuk.org/news/pre-budge…




The welfare bill would still force 50,000 people into poverty – we must remove the cuts entirely ✍️ Neil Duncan-Jordan MP politicshome.com/opinion/articl…





