uk disability
The actress’ award was a triumph for disabled representation, but how she received it was a sad reminder of the reality of ableism.
While you might see someone with multiple sclerosis using a walking stick or wheelchair, generally we look the same as everybody else. There is no ‘normal’ example of what MS looks like.
People tell me I'm 'just short', or confront me for using the disabled toilet or even a lower counter, just because I do not match the stereotype of a disabled person
“We know that many councils’ finances are stretched. But, life costs more if you are disabled."
When disabled people are describing UC as an "absolute nightmare", urgent change is needed to make the policy better suited for everyone's needs
They've already been piloted in a number of UK schools.
The fiasco over a nude photo of Alton Towers survivor Vicky Balch shows we’re allowed to be the feel-good badge, the TV doc tragedy – but when we get down and dirty, naked and beautiful, proud and unique, there’s always someone, somewhere, screaming ‘DISTURBING’
I fully support action on climate change, but I cannot support any action that prevents an already marginalised group from living their lives as they wish to
"I know I’m allowed to use them, but people can be so cruel.”
It's been three weeks since the government had a minister for disabled people.