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CII opens registration for Disability Access Symposium 2026
The symposium will run both virtually and in person during the week starting 5th October 2026.
Disability
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Disabled benefit claimants given ‘right to try work’ without losing support under new law
The move aims to address a key barrier, as 37% of disabled people and those with health conditions want to work but are held back by fears of losing financial support.
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Government, tech giants and charities meet to break down barriers at work
Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said: “We must harness the power of technology to open more opportunities for disabled people to work."
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Government unveils £200m SEND teacher training programme
The new courses will be made available to all teaching staff to improve their knowledge in adapting lessons for a range of needs.
Inclusion, Equality & Diversity
31% of disabled chemists face bullying or discrimination, survey finds
The survey from the Royal Society of Chemistry found that 27% of disabled chemists said they did not feel a sense of belonging at work.
Opinion
10 practical tips to address ableism in the workplace
Ableism, whether obvious or hidden, can hurt employees, limit their progression and damage company culture.
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Disability pay gap means disabled workers “stop earning” for the year – TUC
The union body said thaat disabled employees are still earning £2.24 an hour less than non-disabled workers – a 15.5% gap.
Inclusion, Equality & Diversity
Workplace support for learning disabilities falls short, study finds
Research from Hilton found 57% of people with learning disabilities said the company they worked for was not equipped to support them.
News
Westmorland and Furness Council to launch pilot to boost jobs for people with learning disabilities
Councillor Patricia Bell said: “Many people have something to give the workplace, and by dividing up roles, we intend to create meaningful work for people with learning disabilities."
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Major investment set to help sick and disabled into work – DWP
Funding worth £338m will go to 15 areas as part of the Connect to Work programme.
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Employers urged to focus on closing UK’s disability employment gap
Employers have been urged to renew their efforts to tackle the disability employment gap, after new analysis from Dentons
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Government launches £100m boost to help thousands with disabilities into work
The funding is part of the Government’s broader “Get Britain Working” initiative, which aims to overhaul the employment support system, modernise Jobcentres, and ensure well-paid job opportunities are available across the country.