People with the most severe, life-long conditions will no longer have to attend regular reviews for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Read more here....
Last year The National Autistic Society launched their Held Back campaign to make sure no child is held back in their education because they’re autistic. Over 20,000 of you signed their open letter calling on the Government to develop a national autism and education strategy. The Government has said they...
Contact and the NNPCF are delighted to be able to share with you that The Department for Education has confirmed that Contact as part of a newly formed consortium with KIDS, The Council for Disabled Children and The National Network of Parent Carer Forums is...
Independent Support commissioned for a further two months The Department for Education has extended the Independent Support programme, managed by the Council for Disabled Children, for a further two months. Dame Christine Lenehan, Director of the Council for Disabled Children, said: “The Council for Disabled Children is pleased that...
Welcome to the joint bulletin of the National Network of Parent Carer Forums (NNPCF) and Contact. The latest issue is now available to download. Download here. In this update: SEN Survey results Preparation for Employment Grant News from the Department for Education A message from Rachel King...
The Blue Badge scheme plays a vital role in allowing 2.4 million disabled people in England to maintain their independence through special national parking concessions. Blue Badges enable their holders to visit their families and friends and to access healthcare and leisure activities. The badges are...
