Don’t wreck the equality duties

Inclusion London and RADAR are calling on the government to change its proposals for the specific equality duties.

Consultation on ESA ‘Work Capability Assessment’

The Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC) is undertaking a public consultation on proposed changes to the Work Capability Assessment (WCA).

Speak up for a more accessible London

Inclusion London is calling for the Mayor's draft London Plan to have the standards needed to build a more accessible London. We have submitted a series of proposals to the latest stage of discussion on the Plan.

21st Century Welfare?

The Department for Work and Pensions have launched a consultation on a complete change to the benefit system. The proposals include abolition of existing benefits and tax credits, a single benefit system and tightening of 'conditionality'.

GLA Disability Equality Scheme – time for disabled people to say what we think

The Greater London Authority has produced a new draft Disability Equality Scheme (DES). The draft DES is being circulated for consultation until 15 October.

‘Inclusive and Active 2’ is Launched

"Inclusive and Active 2‟, the new five year sport and physical activity strategy for disabled people in London has been launched and presents a vision of active disabled Londoners.

Concern at impact of staff cuts

Inclusion London, London Visual Impairment Forum and Transport for All have written to the Mayor of London to express concerns about the impact of proposed staffing cuts for London Underground on disabled people in the capital.

Announcing a new seminar: Disability in the Equality Act 2010

What the Equality Act 2010 means for Deaf and disabled people and public authorities. A half day seminar from Inclusion London, presented by Caroline Gooding and Natalie Salmon (both formerly with the Disability Rights Commission).

New research shows how DLA plays vital role

Disability living allowance (DLA) allows disabled people to maintain control and independence in their lives, and helps them avoid having to move into residential care, according to new government-funded research.

MPs criticise plans to cut DLA

A number of Early Day Motions have been tabled in parliament by MPs opposed to the coalition government’s plans to cut the numbers of people receiving Disability Living Allowance and the rate at which it is paid.

How the Budget will damage the lives of Deaf and Disabled Londoners

To read more, download our information paper.

Easier read version of Budget 2010-information paper

Call for evidence to inquiry on harassment

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is asking disabled people to come forward with evidence of their own experiences of disability-related intimidation and violence.

How will the coalition government’s plans affect disabled Londoners?

Inclusion London analyses the significance of planned spending cuts and government policies for Deaf and disabled Londoners.