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…Sheffield is creating unique, long-lasting, and creative memorials as a tribute to people who have died from Covid, those who have lost loved ones and people who have been affected by the pandemic. Memorial activity in Sheffield is focusing on a…
…The situation is changing rapidly in response to th risk of the Omicron variant of Coronavirus. Please see the latest information in date order below: On 12 December the Prime Minister gave an address to the nation on booster jabs. saying that…
…The Commission On Social Security launched its 8 proposals to improve the benefits system on 12 August, with hundreds watching online. They are now asking for more people to take part in their consultation about their proposals. The organisation…
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…Tools for Life is a research project which aims to develop tools to empower people to make informed decisions about sharing their patient data for research. The project is funded by the Wellcome Trust and is being managed by the Information School,…
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…Change is needed in the media portrayal of disabled people who don’t feel they are well represented in either broadcast or printed media. One of the most high-profile disabled models, Jillian Mercado, a 28-year-old with spastic muscular…
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…Do you employ your own Personal Assistants (PAs), carers or support workers? If so please can you complete this short survey by the Local Government Association about recruitment (getting) and retention (keeping) of PAs. It has been designed by…
…Sheffield Talking News ( STN ) has been finding creative new ways of working during the Coronavirus outbreak and wants all their listeners to be able to continue listening. STN has temporarily suspended their memory stick service but the good news…
…Guidance for people previously considered clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19 was updated on 1 April 2022 here. The Prime Minister has announced an end to all remaining Covid restrictions in England, including the legal requirement…
…Boccia is a Paralympic sport similar to indoor bowls and it’s probably the most inclusive sport in the world! This club is particularly for children with cerebral palsy and related motor conditions – siblings and friends are more than…
…Did you know that if you are disabled, have ordered a new car through Motability and are in receipt of certain benefits you can apply for a grant to take up to 40 hours of driving lessons? If you have a Motability car on order but only a…