Disability

Pictured: Pompey pedal team Ron White, David Bradley, Philip Hobbs, Gil Ripiner and Shane Beumont at Pompey Pedals, Alexandra Park, Portsmouth
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Pompey Pedals wants help to continue its vital work for the disabled

Sue and Harry Secombe QE2 1979

Tribute to ever-smiling heroine of care and compassion Sue Williams

Hilsea Lodge - scaffolding on the site

Preparations well underway towards the demolition of the Hilsea Lodge

In what is being described as a 'supermarket first', all of Morrisons' accessible toilets will now be stoma-friendly.

Morrisons makes major change to store toilets in 'supermarket first'

Adapt & Drive will launch from Monday 2nd February, available initially through selected car dealers across the UK.

Ad Feature Mobility in Motion partners with car manufacturers on for new scheme

Liz Kendall, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, leaves after attending the weekly Cabinet meeting of ministers at 10 Downing Street on March 18, 2025 (Photo: Carl Court/Getty Images)

Government announces major changes to PIP and Universal Credit

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PIP changes: new eligibility and assessment points system explained

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PIP reforms - what changes to disability benefits could mean for you

Patricia Clements, left, and a First Hampshire bus at Fareham Bus Station

Bus pass cuts: Fury as disabled people face blow to their independence

Almost 300,000 PIP applications were denied last year.

The harshest areas in the country for approving disability benefits

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April pay boost for disability benefit claimants - how much you'll get

Leonora Lilley

'Just because I’m blind and have autism it doesn’t mean I’m stupid'

Lily-Rae with actor Kate Winslet.

Kate Winslet gifted £5k so I can see Northern Lights before I go blind

Attributes which define a ‘healthy person’ include good posture, being able to move without difficulty and aids, and low body fat, according to Brits

These images show what Brits think ‘healthy’ looks like

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Thousands of households to receive £500 summer holidays payment

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Martin Lewis reveals how pensioners can claim up to £5,600 annually
Martin Lewis has broken down how millions of pensioners can benefit from crucial support 💷
Alex Nelson

Fleet carnvial

Fleet Carnival marks its 67th year with support from homebuilder Vistry Group

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5 common conditions that make you eligible for £470 monthly PIP help

The leap year may impact when people will receive Universal Credit payments

How the 2024 leap year could affect Universal Credit payments

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Running the Cambrian way for the Mental Health Foundation

Find out if you are eligble for Cold Weather Payments.

Who is eligible for Cold Weather Payments?

UK adults admit they don't know how to act around disabled people

Katie Price reveals ADHD diagnosis & says her ‘brain is wired differently

‘My brain is wired differently’ - Katie Price reveals health diagnosis

Barbie has launched a new doll with Down’s Syndrome in latest campaign with Ellie Goldstein

Barbie doll with Down’s syndrome launched by Mattel

Meganne Christian (L), John McFall (C), and Rosemary Coogan (R) pose during a ceremony to unveil the European Space Agency new class of career astronauts in Paris on November 23, 2022

John McFall set to become the world’s first para-astronaut

Global Accessibility Awareness Day focuses on digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities or impairments. (Image shows visually impaired person working on computer with assistive technology)

Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2022: fill out our survey

The BSI and Motability are working to establish national standards for public EV chargers

New partnership to set disabled access standards for public EV chargers
Disability charities asked for input on improving access and design for all drivers
Matt Allan

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These are your legal rights if you are made redundant

Councillor Gerald Vernon-Jackson

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Portsmouth council chief calls on city companies to join scheme helping disabled...

Councillor Gerald Vernon-Jackson

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Portsmouth council chief calls on city companies to join scheme helping disabled...

Peter White

Portsmouth treatment centre pledges to be inclusive

Vicky Langford from First Alverstoke Guides in Gosport

Disability doesn't stop Victoria's dedication

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MP urges people to become Disability Confident

Nick Whyton, who is blind but was refused a disabled concession on the Gosport Ferry as he does not use a wheelchair
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Ferry firm slammed for refusing blind man a disabled concession

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Event in Portsmouth aims to get more disabled people into work

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Portsmouth MP to host event to help disabled people get work

Emily Frost receiving a trophy from Mike Sellis, from Havant Rotary Club

Young Emily is nominated for Youth Award for her caring nature

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Young people from across the Portsmouth area attend The News Youth Awards which was held at the Kings Theatre in Southsea. Chloe Hine wins The Music Star award.
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Time is running out to nominate for our Youth Awards