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Disability advocates in Dudley are calling on local council leaders to take a firm stand against damaging benefit reforms that disproportionately hurt disabled residents. By Martyn Smith – Express & Star Campaigners argue that slashing support services while the cost of living rises is not just short-sighted—it’s unjust. They’re urging the council not to “wash […]

Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable society for people with disabilities. In a strong show of support, the government has outlined renewed strategies to elevate accessibility, strengthen advocacy, and ensure people with disabilities are empowered at every level of decision-making. By Hon Louise Upston – The National Tribune From

A new political rift is brewing in Australia over disability funding — with senior bureaucrats warning Labor ministers not to “listen too closely” to disability advocacy groups who say cuts and slowed growth are hurting vulnerable Australians. The leaked advice, reported by The Australian, shows a stark disconnect between government cost-cutting pressures and the reality

Millions of South Africans rely on SASSA’s disability grants as a vital source of income — and knowing exactly when and how much is coming makes all the difference. For August 2025, here’s what you need to know: By The Citizen SASSA urges beneficiaries to withdraw their funds when needed — there’s no need to

Union members in Cumbria have launched a fresh wave of protests against proposed funding cuts that could strip away vital workplace support for disabled employees. The demonstration, organised by Unison and local disability advocates, highlights the potential impact of scaling back Access to Work provisions — the government scheme that helps people with disabilities get

Australia’s life insurance market is forecast to grow by just 1.7% this year — raising fresh questions about whether disability cover is keeping pace with rising living costs and the real needs of policyholders. According to new data released by GlobalData, the country’s total life insurance premium income is expected to reach AUD 59.5 billion

The UK government has narrowly avoided a major backbench rebellion over its controversial plans to overhaul disability benefits — but critics say serious questions about fairness and real-life impact remain unanswered. At the heart of the debate are proposed changes to Personal Independence Payments (PIP), which support millions of disabled people with daily living and