Monthly Archives: June 2011

Peer’s portability bill would set right a ‘fundamental wrong’

A new bill that would put right “one of the most fundamental wrongs in the social care system” has been introduced by a disabled peer.
Baroness [Jane] Campbell’s social care portability bill received its first reading in the House of Lords this week.
Her private members’ bill would provide continuity of support for disabled people who choose [...]

National competition will set disabled pupils on road to Olympic Park

Disabled children are set to enjoy new sporting opportunities at school, both in inclusive versions of mainstream events and in high quality competitions against other disabled young people.
Jeremy Hunt, the secretary of state for culture, Olympics, media and sport, announced plans this week to boost the participation of disabled children in sport.
He was speaking at [...]