News on Pensions
From October this year, new rules around workplace pensions come into force. This means that all employers – however small – will […]
Active Independence receives £10,040 funding for advocacy project!
We are pleased to announce that we have received funding from the Office for Disability Issues Facilitation Fund to deliver an Advocacy Project. […]
Personal Health Budgets Paper
The Department of Health has produced a discussion paper on Personal Health Budgets for people receiving NHS continuing Healthcare. This paper is […]
Supporting Age UK’s “Care in Crisis” Campaign
Age UK has produced a report about the crisis in funding for the care and support of Disabled and older people. They […]
£20 Million Grant Announced
The government has recently announced £20 million additional funding for the Disabled Facilities Grant in England. The Department for Communities and Local […]
Caring for Our Future Consultation
For the latest update on the Caring for Our Future consultation click on the following link: http://www.dh.gov.uk/health/2011/12/caring-for-our-future-engagement/
Video: The next steps for social care reform
Paul Burstow, Minister for social care, talks about the next steps for social care reform following three months of consultation. Follow the […]
Independent Living Fund to close
Maria Miller MP, Minister for Disabled people announces that the Independent Living Fund will be permanently closed to new applicants. Current ILF […]
2012 Changes to the Motability Scheme
From 1st January 2012 changes will come into force affecting those who purchase a vehicle on the Motability scheme. For more information click […]
Minister for Disabled people announces first round of grants to DPULO’s
“The first awards to support grassroots disability organisations have been announced today by Minister for Disabled People, Maria Miller.” Follow link to […]