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DR UK comment on mini Budget
23 September 2022 | News
Speaking about the Chancellor’s fiscal event, DR UK CEO Kamran ... But with all of the big announcements focussed on tax cuts and boosts for business, we were disappointed not to see an ... to work harder to boost their income. Those who cannot work and are dependent on benefits are in for a harsh, punitive ...
Calling DPOs to Provide their Experience of Accreditation
21 March 2024 | News
... Rights UK wants to break down barriers to DPOs getting the important accreditation they need to apply for funding schemes. In order to do that, we need to understand DPOs experience of accreditation and what accreditations you already have. Support our ...
New Census Analysis on Unemployment Rates
12 January 2024 | News
... by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) this week, focusing on how unemployment rates vary at the intersection of ethnicity and disability. 2021 Census data already highlighted the existence of ethnicity and disability pay and employment gaps. For example, since ...
Meet Manuela, DR UK's Star Marathon Runner!
25 March 2025 | News
We are delighted to introduce Manuela, one of our 2025 London Marathon runners ... Manuela's training, how running gives her mental clarity and her passion for disability justice. We're honoured to ... bit about yourself! My name is Manuela, but my friends and family call me Manu. I’m originally from Italy and now ...
Landmark Funding Announced for Second Stage of Moving Social Work Programme
04 December 2023 | News
Disability Rights UK and Durham University are excited to announce their collaboration as part of the Moving Social Work programme will be expanding thanks to a £1 million investment from Sport ...
DWP failings linked to death of claimant whose body lay undiscovered for years
15 February 2023 | News
The body of a disabled woman lay undiscovered in her flat for more than three years after the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) cut off her disability benefits, ... body was not found until May 2021, more than three-and-a-half years after she was last seen alive. DNS says ...
DR UK impairment disclosure survey
22 March 2023 | News
Disability Rights UK is conducting a survey to explore the reasons for Disabled people ... condition, with education providers, training providers and employers. We’re interested in your views and opinions, and would appreciate it if you could assist us ...
DR UK’s Template Submission To The PIP Green Paper Consultation
10 July 2024 | News
... a Green Paper consultation on proposals for extensive and personal independence payment (PIP) reform. However, it was clear ... proposals include both changing PIP eligibility rules and PIP assessment criteria. For further detailed ...
Children's Commissioner calls for improved SEND provision
16 September 2022 | News
The Office of the Children's Commissioner for England has highlighted concerns regarding the Government's failure to deliver support for Disabled young people in education, and the impact this has on their later access to employment. ...
Political storm on proposed ticket office closures
14 July 2023 | News
The sham rationale from the Department for Transport (DFT) and Rail Delivery Group on ticket office closures is starting to unwind for DFT Ministers, with the unexpected ... by an inadequate consultation into what are now clearly emerging as rail staff reductions. Below are links to ...