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Email template for your MP about disability cuts
Hi everyone - this is thanks to epicem. Thought I'd post it here as a new discussion thread in case anyone has missed it buried elsewhere. The template is provided by Z2K, a charity fighting poverty. You just enter your postcode and it finds your MP and generates a template for you to sign and send. Easy-peesy. If we all…
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SHOULD KING CHARLES DISSOLVE PARLIAMENT AND CALL A GENERAL ELECTION
LABOUR ARE NOT FIT TO RUN THIS COUNTRY , THEY ARE CRUEL , THEY DO NOT CARE AND KING CHARLES HAS THE POWER TO DISSOLVE PARLIAMENT AND CALL A GENERAL ELECTION . SAVE THE UK NOW
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MP constituents surgery
Hi everyone, After a back and forth of emails with my Labour MP about PIP cuts, I've got an appointment with my MP on 9th May at his surgery. It's just a 10 minute slot, and there is so much to say, and would appreciate any advice on the most efficient use of that time. The first reply I got was a list of existing…
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Accessibility of urban greenspaces
Hey guys! I'm a student from the University of Leeds and I'm doing a project on the accessibility and inclusivity of urban greenspaces in Glasgow. If any of you are from/know anyone from Glasgow that would be willing to share your experiences of accessibility to greenspaces I would really appreciate it. I have attached a…
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US politics - Guardian Article - "Useless Eaters" rhetoric returns: Trump and Musk attack disabled
https://www.theguardian.com/global/2025/mar/27/us-disability-rights-trump It's a tough read - and watch in the cover of it by the permaculturalist & campaigner in this vid. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9z48jkaMc-U&t=324s Keep the strength ✊ I have a good few long term friends in the states, and non agree with what their…
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The wealthy would be OK with paying more tax - in fact some are campaigning for it.
If 'The Rich' support an increase in their tax.. What is government afraid of? 2025.- Millionaires launch battle bus to demand higher taxes on the super-rich…
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Can we the general public force a re Election
There is a petition on change.org.Surely a vote on mass of no confidence could force parliament to change what and who is governing our country.literally every News channel is covering this shocking story now of welfare cuts alone.
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We will stick together
Hiya all, we have to stay strong!!
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just want to say thanks to he been reaching out to me helped me and my mental health means a lost so thanks x
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Which party do you think are best for disabled people?
If they were in power? Independents or Green Party? I've not looked on their websites yet, so I don't know myself.
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How to find my comments?
Another question for the community please.. How do I easily trace my comments on a thread without scrolling through endless pages? 🙏
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Purpl Discounts
Hello, I just came across purpldiscounts.com and wondered if anyone had heard of it/use it? Apparently you can get discounts as a disabled person, I saw some as much as 20%.
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Research participants needed
Hello everyone, Are you interested in taking part in a research study about chronic lower back pain? I’m looking for participants to take part in an online research study which will contribute to my Health Psychology MSc dissertation at Leeds Beckett University. What is the study about? This study is looking at what…
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Personal Independence payments: All 1.6 million claims to be reviewed
The BBC is reporting that: What are your thoughts on this? Could this affect you?
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Activising my MP...
Hi everyone, Thought you'd like to know I've had some positive results after emailing my MP. Our's is a Liberal but seems pretty keen, replying quickly and putting in an early day motion to Parliament. This battle isn't over folks, don't give up and let the Labour front bench walk over us. We are many and can raise a right…
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University of Birmingham - Sibling Sleep Study
Do you live in the UK or Ireland and interested in taking part in a new sibling sleep study? The University of Birmingham is conducting an at-home sleep assessment for children with an intellectual disability and their same-household siblings. Children aged 4-15 with an intellectual disability and health needs, along with…
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NOT INVISIBLE!
National Autistic Society - This is the theme for World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) on 2 April In 2025, Autism-Europe and its members are launching the website "Not Invisible", a multiannual Europe-wide campaign to mark World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) on 2 April and keep raising awareness of autistic people's struggles…
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Survey on challenges faced my wheelchair/walker/walking stick users
I am conducting research on mobility aids, with a focus on four-legged walkers—however, users of other mobility aids are also encouraged to participate! Your insights will help identify common challenges and potential improvements to make mobility aids more user-friendly. This survey will take about 2 minutes to complete.…
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DPAC
Holding online meeting between 2pm 4pm on Sunday 9th ellen clifford and other activists quoted make sure we create a problem for them ie labour and make it clear they cannot get away with visiting such levels of harm on us without consequences I don't know how to join the meeting also said to discuss together how we can do…
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Non-visible disabilities: Living with a hidden disability
Aha 😃 Non-visible disabilities Hidden disabilities Yes! I'm so glad I found this! I was never sure about invisible disabilities because they rarely are invisible. 👏 What does everyone else think about 'invisible'? 🤔
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Using respiratory support (CPAP, non-invasive ventilation/NIV or similar).....
Are you a parent of a child (with cerebral palsy) who uses (has used) breathing support (like CPAP or similar devices) at home when asleep? Or has tried to use such breathing support? If so, then we would like to hear about your journey! Sleep, and breathing issues in sleep (i.e. sleep apnoea) can be really challenging for…
