An investigation reveals that 7,300 disability hate crimes were reported across 36 regions in England and Wales in 2019/20, but less than 1% of perpetrators were charged.
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We all know that dating and disability is an often misunderstood topic. To break down preconceptions, we’re sharing a blog post from Becky, who isn’t disabled and is dating someone in a wheelchair, to find out how she answers common questions.
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From the weird to the wonderful, we’ve been looking for the latest, coolest, most innovative and quirkiest prosthetic limbs. Who said disability can’t be beautiful? Prepare to be amazed, shocked, or awestruck… Prosthetic limbs have come a long way since the 16th century, when ‘the father of prosthetics’ Ambroise Pare started practicing in France. From …
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2024 has been another awesomely busy year at Active Hands! Achievements, exhibitions, new colleagues, weddings, new products – this year has had it all and we can’t believe it’s nearly 2025! A Growing Team This year has seen us welcome Bev to our team at HQ. Bev has joined the Dispatch team and is responsible … Read more
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Dr Hannah Barham-Brown is a campaigner for disability rights and awareness. Here, she discusses the importance of talking about disability.
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Struggling to find accessible days out that will keep the kids entertained over the school holidays? Have some time off coming up and not sure what to fill it with? Or simply just want to go out and make the most of the warm weather? Disability Horizons contributor Emma Purcell guides you through the best accessible places …
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With less than a month to go before the return of Parallel London (an all inclusive fun run and festival), Carrie Aimes spoke to ambassador Matt Hampson about his involvement, and why the event is so important to him. Matt “Hambo” Hampson is a former England Rugby Union prop who, at the age of 20, …
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We suggest several accessible activities, attractions and virtual events this Halloween that will make you go bump in the night.
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In our series on disability, sex and relationships, expert and resident agony aunt Tuppy – who runs Outsiders, a private club for disabled people looking for a relationship – answers your questions. This week she talks about not letting anxiety get in the way of love… Dear Aunty Tuppy I am a middle aged woman …
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A poll reveals a majority of business leaders are apprehensive about recruiting disabled people to a senior position. Find out more on the research and the launch of a toolkit that supports employers to improve the representation of disabled people in senior roles.
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