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  • PIP Reform for 'really disabled' Comment Sparks Protest

    27 February 2017

    Opposition MPs and disability charities have expressed dismay after the head of Theresa May’s No. 10 policy unit made “crude distinctions between those with physical impairments and mental health issues” when speaking about reforming Personal Independence Payments.

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  • Get Yourself Active February Newsletter

    27 February 2017

    Disability Sheffield is one of four Disabled People’s User Led Organisations (DPULOs), working together to develop better opportunities for disabled people to get active. Read the partnership’s latest news.

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  • 'Slow' progress on High Street Access for Disabled People

    23 February 2017

    Penny Mordaunt, the Minister of State for Disabled People announces new champions to address the issues faced by disabled consumers, following a survey by DisabledGo showing that a quarter of fashion retailers do not have step-free access.

    FULL ARTICLE

  • London Fashion Week - 'We're the same'

    23 February 2017

    The casting of Kelly Knox, who was born without the lower half of her left arm, and amputee Jack Eyers, by British design duo Teatum Jones ,is a first for London Fashion Week.

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  • Public Health England Campaign to Act FAST.

    23 February 2017

    Act FAST, it’s time to dial 999 if you recognise any of the stroke key symptoms affecting face, arms or speech.

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  • Building Better Opportunities Peer Ambassador Volunteer Role

    22 February 2017

    Are you thriving in work whilst managing health conditions and/or living with disabilities? Could you help to mentor people with physical and mental health conditions or learning disabilities who want to work but need an extra bit of support? If so you may be interested in applying to volunteer with BBO.

    FULL ARTICLE

  • Disability Sheffield's Cycling 4 All featured on BBC's DIY SOS:The Big Build

    22 February 2017

    Nick Knowles accompanied Terry Guest as he visits Sheffield Cycling 4 All, Disability Sheffield’s inclusive cycling project, in this recent episode of the long running BBC DIY programme.

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  • Hate Crime Task Group Report

    21 February 2017

    Aiming to understand the different ways hate crime can be reported in Sheffield, identifying things that are working well and any areas where improvements could be made, the Task Group have now drafted their report, which outlines their findings and recommendations.

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  • Doing Good Business

    16 February 2017

    Doing Good Business can help unemployed and economically inactive people, aged 25 to 60 ,to make steps towards gaining employment, through one-to-one coaching support which is tailored to suit their lives. Please contact us to find out more.

    FULL ARTICLE

  • Disability Rights UK are Recruiting a New CEO - Apply Now

    15 February 2017

    The national charity are looking for an outstanding and passionate Chief Executive to drive progress towards their vision of equal participation for all, building their profile and increasing the engagement of their growing membership base.

    FULL ARTICLE
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