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There are some exemptions to the ban, to help ensure those with disabilities or accessibility needs can still use them….

Francis Owen Garbutt Williams, Williams Racing former team principal, born 16 April 1942; died 28 November 2021 We’re devastated to…

Pressure ulcers can cause significant pain and distress for patients… they also cost the NHS in the region of £1.4…

Suicidal thoughts are three times as common in those living with a spinal cord injury in the UK, according to…

On 21 October, we held the Martin’s Mountain Afternoon Tea Reception, in the presence of our Patron, HHR The Princess Royal

Over the last year, we asked our members to share their opinions and experiences about what challenges get in the way of them leading a fulfilled life. The result of this research is the basis of our recent What Matters report.

Our campaigns manager reflects on the impact of today’s budget with regard to spinal cord injured people

We are aware of member’s concerns about the impact ending freedom of movement has on availability of live-in carers and…

Martin’s Mountain will see Martin Hibbert, supported by a team of people closest to him, climb Mt. Kilimanjaro next year,…

The APPG on Vulnerable Groups to Pandemics is a cross-party group of UK parliamentarians representing the interests of people with underlying health conditions that make them vulnerable to pandemics. The group was founded by MPs and Peers concerned about the needs of vulnerable groups in pandemics.

The Inequalities in Health Alliance (IHA), is a coalition of 170+ organisations led by the Royal College of Physicians with an interest in improving the health of the UK. 

It’s almost four years since the horrific fire at Grenfell Tower in London.  The fire claimed the lives of 72 people, half of whom were disabled people or children and 85% of whom were from minority ethnic backgrounds.