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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Blue Badge rule change from today that will save thousands of people £126

A new rule effective today expands eligibility for the Disabled Persons Railcard, allowing more people, including Blue Badge holders, to save on rail travel costs.

Mar 1 • 08:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A harsh phenomenon is becoming commonplace in Finland: disabled people are being thrown hundreds of kilometers away from their families

A Finnish family faces the sad reality of having to send their severely disabled son over 300 kilometers away for care, severing their family ties.

Feb 27 • 08:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Prosecutor's Office Receives Case of Facility Director Accused of Sexual Violence Against Disabled Individuals... Police to Continue Investigation of Assault and Abduction

The director of a facility for severely disabled people in Incheon has been charged with sexual abuse against residents, while police are conducting further investigations into additional abuse allegations.

Feb 27 • 01:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Snow piles created in parking spaces for disabled people by street cleaners in Riga

Street cleaners in Riga are neglecting designated parking spots for disabled individuals, leading to frustrations for parents trying to drop off their children at school.

Feb 24 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

E.S.A.μεΑ: Requests a meeting with Domna Michaillidou regarding the Personal Assistant – What issues have arisen

The Greek National Confederation of Disabled People has requested an urgent meeting with the Minister of Social Cohesion, Domna Michaillidou, to address concerns regarding the pilot phase evaluation and transition to the full implementation of the Personal Assistant Service.

Feb 24 • 12:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hundreds of thousands of people to get one-third off price of rail tickets - full list

Starting Sunday, eligibility for the Disabled Persons Railcard will expand, allowing hundreds of thousands more to qualify for a one-third discount on train fares.

Feb 24 • 10:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Decline in remote jobs risks shutting disabled people out of work, study finds

A study indicates that the decline in remote work opportunities threatens employment for disabled individuals, who rely on remote jobs.

Feb 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The House of Disabled People: Accessibility Requirements Do Not Work in Practice

The House of Disabled People in Estonia has proposed additional amendments to the construction code, stating that current accessibility requirements are ineffective in practice.

Feb 15 • 12:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The café is the only chance for the disabled in Frýdlant to find employment

A café in Frýdlant offers vital employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Feb 11 • 13:28 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Disabled people, young people, and single parents postpone medical services and take fewer prescriptions due to costs

A report highlights the struggles of disabled individuals, young people, and single parents in Iceland who are delaying medical care and medications due to financial constraints.

Feb 7 • 17:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major DWP change to get millions of people back to work

The UK Government's Department for Work and Pensions is set to implement reforms aimed at helping 2.8 million individuals find employment, particularly focusing on enhancing the Disability Confident scheme to encourage more disabled people in the workforce.

Feb 6 • 15:35 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Disabled and Authorities: Ignored Instead of Included

Many people with disabilities require assistance in daily life, but often do not receive it due to perceptions of it being too costly.

Feb 5 • 14:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek Banking Association: The vulnerable group of disabled people placed in the 1st category for Swiss franc regulation

The Greek Banking Association, in collaboration with the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, has announced the inclusion of people with disabilities in a beneficial financial category for Swiss franc conversions with a fixed interest rate of 2.3%.

Feb 5 • 09:05 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russian attack leaves 50 settlements in Vinnytsia Oblast and 50,000 people in Odesa Oblast without power

A large-scale Russian attack on energy facilities has disabled power for 50 settlements in Vinnytsia Oblast and impacted 50,000 residents in Odesa Oblast.

Feb 3 • 08:04 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Exclusive] Protection of the Perpetrator Following Allegations of Sexual Abuse at Saekdongwon

There are allegations that at a meeting of a disabled people's organization led by the director of the Saekdongwon facility, discussions were held on how to protect the perpetrator following sexual abuse accusations against him.

Feb 3 • 05:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
Life & Tech

Care at home. How to improve access to caregiving services for seniors and people with disabilities?

The article discusses the challenges of caregiving for seniors and disabled individuals and explores the development of telecare networks and day support centers from the perspective of professionals in the field.

Jan 15 • 17:07 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Disability Card: Complaints about serious problems - The dysfunctions

The Greek Confederation for Disabled People (ESAMEA) reports serious issues with the recently implemented Disability Card, which was initially hailed as a symbol of dignity for individuals with disabilities.

Jan 13 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP warned over health risk after new update on PIP

A report highlights unacceptable delays in Personal Independence Payment (PIP) applications, raising concerns about health risks for disabled claimants.

Jan 11 • 12:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP under fire as details emerge over massive waits PIP claimants are facing

A report reveals that disabled people are facing unacceptable wait times for PIP claims, potentially leading them into debt and poverty.

Jan 10 • 14:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Campaigner turned down MBE over ‘scapegoating’ of people with disabilities

Tressa Burke, CEO of Glasgow Disability Alliance, rejected an MBE award citing the UK government's role in perpetuating hatred towards disabled individuals.

Dec 30 • 16:00 UTC

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