A new needle-free blood testing method is being trialled within the NHS, offering a less distressing alternative for people with learning disabilities and those with a fear of needles. The approach uses a small, touch-activated…

The government has launched a nationwide call for evidence on Personal Independence Payment (PIP), encouraging people to share their experiences to help shape its future. PIP is a non-means-tested benefit designed to support disabled individuals…

A new exhibition in London is drawing attention to the experiences of people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals who have been held in mental health hospitals. The event, taking place in Bethnal Green, brings…

Fresh research suggests that many mainstream mental health programmes are not suitable for neurodivergent children and young people. Traditional approaches, which often depend on sustained conversation, abstract reasoning and verbal expression, can be challenging and…

A potential new treatment for children living with Dravet syndrome has shown encouraging results, with researchers reporting seizure reductions of up to 91%. Dravet syndrome is a rare genetic form of epilepsy that causes severe…

Millions of disabled and older people across the UK are effectively shut out of public transport because many parts of the network remain inaccessible, new research suggests. Engineers say inconsistent accessibility across stations, vehicles and…

Families supporting adults with learning disabilities say their confidence in social care services would improve if communication and transparency were strengthened, according to new research. The study, conducted by Log my Care in partnership with…

The Government has announced a £4 billion investment over the next three years aimed at improving support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in mainstream schools. The funding forms part of wider…

A new research project is set to explore how Prevention of Future Deaths (PFD) Reports could shape improvements in health and social care for people with learning disabilities. PFD Reports are issued by coroners in…

The government has unveiled sweeping reforms to England’s special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, introducing new terminology and reshaping how support is delivered. Alongside existing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), families will soon…

Disability and education campaigners have raised the alarm after reports in the national press suggested the government may cut back support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in its long-awaited Schools White…

The government has announced a 7% increase to the Minimum Income Guarantee for working-age disabled adults who receive social care, delivering an average annual boost of around £400. More than 150,000 people are expected to…