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In one of those “cloud and silver lining scenarios” celebrations were definitely in order for the recent Stelios Awards for Disabled Entrepreneurs, but among some they were muted because the…

Acknowledgement that accessibility is an international issue comes with an article from the website of The Atlantic, a magazine first published in Boston in 1857. It’s a compelling, if lengthy,…

Marks & Spencer has won plaudits from customers and the media after launching what it claims is a “high street first” with a range of clothing specifically designed for children…

A new report from an independent commission reveals that people with a disability are much more likely than non-disabled people to be living in poverty. The Social Metrics Commission (SMC)…

The benefits of sport for disabled people – and of disabled people for sport – are highlighted by the case of a golfer with a prosthetic leg who is suing…

The benefits for businesses of improving accessibility will be highlighted by Purple Tuesday – billed as the UK’s first accessible shopping day. The event, due to take place on Tuesday…

Disabled people and representative groups have provided mixed feedback to the Government’s announcement that the Blue Badge scheme is to be extended to cover hidden disabilities. The Transport Minister, Jesse…

The British Polio Fellowship has seized the opportunity presented by the great summer get-away to highlight the accessibility issues which continue to cause problems at the UK’s airports. David Mitchell.…

A comedian hit out at a train operator after she was "harassed and humiliated" for using a disabled space for her mobility scooter. The BBC reported that Tanyalee Davis said…