More Than 50 Blue Badges Confiscated in Gloucestershire Amid Rising Fraud Prosecutions Thursday, January 15, 2026 gloucestershire bluebadge fraud disability parking enforcement prosecution accessibility council misuse Over the past three months, Gloucestershire County Council has confiscated more than 50 blue badges amid a crackdown on fraudulent misuse. These badges, issued to individuals with severe mobility issues, grant parking … Read More
Mum ‘confused and speechless’ as her hand and foot turned blue: Living with Functional Neurological Disorder Wednesday, January 14, 2026 fnd functionalneurologicaldisorder neurology diagnosis motherhood disability advocacy symptoms treatment chronicillness Chloe-Marie Gallagher, a 33-year-old mother from Rotherham, faced a mystery nobody could explain. Balancing work, parenting, and daily life, she began experiencing strange symptoms that baffled doctors. “I just knew something … Read More
Forest of Dean Council Enhances Fast-Track Home Adaptations for Rapidly Debilitating Conditions Tuesday, December 16, 2025 adaptations disability mnd council grants home healthcare policy accessibility support Forest of Dean District Council is stepping up its efforts to deliver fast-track home adaptations for individuals facing rapidly progressing and debilitating conditions like motor neurone disease (MND). Building on an already … Read More
Empty Shoes Line Shire Hall Steps in Powerful SEND Protest Monday, November 3, 2025 send education protest ehcp gloucestershire children support campaign disability reform Dozens of empty children’s shoes will be displayed on the steps of Shire Hall as families protest the widespread failures in the support system for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This … Read More
DWP Confirms Increase to PIP Payment Rates and Effective Date Wednesday, October 29, 2025 dwp pip payment increase disability support benefits finance government socialcare The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has officially announced an increase in the payment rates for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This adjustment aims to provide additional financial support to individuals who … Read More
Breaking Barriers: 15 Years of Progress for Disabled Children Sunday, October 26, 2025 disability inclusion children accessibility beyondbarriers community education resources awareness participation For the past 15 years, significant strides have been made to break down the barriers that prevent disabled children from participating fully in local activities. Historically, many providers—whether schools, recreational … Read More