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Disabled people fear benefit cut

Around nine out of 10 disabled people fear they will be left without enough money for food or transport under […]

by Holmey

on Sep 22

Rising PFI costs ‘putting hospitals at risk’

The rising cost of paying for hospitals built through the Private Finance Initiative is jeopardising the finances of some NHS […]

by Holmey

on Sep 22

Terminally ill people warned over possible benefit cut

By Rebecca Keating BBC News, Lib Dem conference, Birmingham Thousands of terminally-ill people have begun receiving letters warning them their […]

by Holmey

on Sep 21

Atos, Unum, Mp’s, Norman Lamb, Democracy & Trust ?

As I posted about a couple of weeks ago I’d contacted my MP, (Norman Lamb, Lib/Dem, Special Political Advisor to […]

by Holmey

on Sep 20

The sick way Britain treats her sick and disabled – George W Potter

The main form of support which sick and disabled people receive, is called the Employment Support Allowance (ESA) which is […]

by Holmey

on Sep 20

Shana Pezaro on living with MS and variable health conditions at the LibDem conference 2011

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on Sep 20

George Potter speaking on a motion about Employment Support Allowance and Work Capability Assessments at LibDem Conference 2011.

by Holmey

on Sep 19

For now they are in a blissed-out conference bubble, but the bad times ahead could see them crushed by right and left

by JJ

on Sep 18

Edinburgh Atos Protest – 30th September 2011

30 September · 11:00 – 13:00 Location Atos building, 44 York Place, Edinburgh Created by: Kirsty Rankin More info PLEASE […]

by JJ

on Sep 18

Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference today recognised the Government’s efforts in implementing Professor Harrington’s recommendations

Jenny Willott: Vital to ensure people have confidence in WCA system Sat, 17 Sep 2011 Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference today […]

by JJ

on Sep 18

Nick Clegg signals combative approach to coalition describing PM's party as political enemies who must be taken on

by Holmey

on Sep 18

Work and pensions minister Steve Webb accepts reform is necessary for Atos-approved employment support allowance

by Holmey

on Sep 18

CAB highlights new concerns over closure of mental clinic

THE axing of mental health inpatient services and changes in unemployment benefit will create the ‘perfect storm’ for disabled people […]

by Holmey

on Sep 17

Lib Dems call for end to automated disability tests – Saturday, 17 September 2011

Atos, the French IT company that assesses whether the disabled are fit for work, will get a public warning from […]

by Holmey

on Sep 17

Welfare reforms a further blow to families with a disabled child

Removing support from financially vulnerable households will increase poverty among disabled children, says Srabani Sen It is estimated that it […]

by Holmey

on Sep 17

Maria Miller, the minister for disabled people, says incapacity benefits must be overhauled, writes Amelia Gentleman

by Holmey

on Sep 17

Guardian investigation reveals financial firms with insurance interests have given £4.9m since Cameron became leader

Read the Elections Commission data showing the donations

by Holmey

on Sep 17

Anger at Coalition’s plan to limit right to legal aid

By Nina Lakhani Friday, 16 September 2011 The Government plans to remove the “fundamental right” to free legal advice for […]

by Holmey

on Sep 16

Jonathan Djanogly's role as insurance firm partner means he could personally profit from bill he is pushing through parliament

How to read the accounts
The Djanogly Family LLP accounts 2010
The Djanogly Family LLP accounts 2009
The Djanogly Family LLP accounts 2008

by Holmey

on Sep 16

Iain Duncan Smith’s speech to the Royal Society of Edinburgh ‘hailed’ by Black Triangle & UK Uncut Protesters 16/9/11

Thursday 14th September 2011 Department for Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith was met by angry protesters at the […]

by JJ

on Sep 16

'Down With All That' In-depth background reading on the shambles of the (rapidly disappearing) welfare state
Aktion T4 The T4 Program was responsible for the murder of over 100,000 German citizens…babies, children, adults, and elderly…who had physical and mental disabilities. Developed in 1938 and carried out at six different sites throughout Germany and Austria, the T4 P
AtoS Healthcare User Group (Closed Group – Request to Join) “How do you feel about the Government’s move in scrapping Income Support and Disability Living Allowance and the organisation calling itself AtoS ‘HEALTHCARE’ ?”
Atos Miracles Find out where your nearest Atos Miracle Cure Center is on this fantastic web site.
Atos Miracles A place for the sick and disabled to share stories of how ATOS have cured them. Many sites on this subject have been threatened with legal action by the company and this is a place of satire – which we are hoping is not yet outlawed in the UK.
ATOS VICTIMS GROUP “Telling it How it IS” – Staunch alllies and fighters against the UK’s genocidal so-called welfare ‘reform’ programme
Benefits Claimants Fight Back
Boycott Workfare Workfare – compulsory work for benefits – is being rolled-out across the country. We call on public sector bodies, voluntary organisations and businesses being offered these placements as well as union branches to join others in signing a pledge to boycot
Crippen Cartoons The website of David Luton-Crippen, renown disabled cartoonist and a member of The Black Triangle
Crippen Cartoons Blog David Luton-Crippen’s blog
Diary of a Benefits Scrounger Sue Marshes excellent blog that shares information on Welfare cuts, illness, disability and general, current, political thought.
Disability Arts Online A ‘must read’! Not to be missed.
Disability History Month Scotland The official website of Disability History Month Scotland – 22nd November to 22nd December 2011
Disability History Month Scotland Held annually in the Autumn to celebrate our history of struggle and to build for a better future
Disabled People Against Cuts DPAC is about disabled people and their allies. DPAC is UK based but we know that disabled people in other countries are suffering from austerity cuts and a lack of fundamental rights. We welcome all to join us in fighting for justice and human rights for
Double Karma Ania Waterman’s blog on everything to do with disabled people’s activism
Down With All That Bigleyma’s excellent blog that chronicles the farce that the WCA assessments are and the major players involved in it’s execution.
DWP Examinations Forum A friendly online community for those undergoing an Atos Medical Assessment or appeal full of loads of information and valuable advice.
Edinburgh Coalition Against Poverty Practical advice and solidarity for all those facing benefit difficulties and hardship. Excellent campaigning organisation
Good Advice Matters Guides that haven been produced in an effort to simplify the various processes involved when trying to claim benefits.
Inspired By Atos Origin A Facebook Group for people to post their artwork that is inspired by Atos Origin.
Ouch Too A disability support forum founded from the ashes of the BBC’s Ouch Board after they closed it.
Paralympics 2012 Boycott Website Dedicated to exposing AtoS’s hypocrisy as disability deniers and sponsors of the Paralympic Games! Paralympians: SPEAK OUT AND PROTEST!!!
Rolling with the Punches Blog “33 year old with lupus since 17 and a variety of other weird awkward symptoms!” Campaigner who co-authored the Spartacus Report
soiniciulacht – 'Taking the fight to this Morally Disabled Government' Cuts right to the heart of all that’s wrong with the neoliberal tyranny we endure today …
Solidarity Federation Advice on what to do if you ‘fail’ your DWP/ATOS Work Capability Assessment
The Broken of Britain Non-partisan UK-based Disability campaign. Advocacy for people with invisible illness and/or physical & mental health conditions. Also Carers, their Families and Friends. Our individual voices are too quiet to be heard, but collectively we can shout
The Dawn Willis Blog Dawn Willis sharing the news & views of the “Mentally Wealthy”
The New Republic The daily tabloid of the “Age of Austerity”
The Void Narking off the state since 2005
Unum Insurance Blog An excellent website that exposes advisor to the UK Government on welfare reform, Unum, for what they are.
Using the Law to Fight Cuts to Disabled People’s Services A practical guide for campaigners – disabled people and their families; carers and local groups (Updated July 2012)
Victims of Atos Corrupton They tried to silence Atos Register of Shame and it back as Victims of Atos Corruption.
Where's the Benefit A blog on all things that affect sick and/or disabled people under the ConDem jackboot
Why Wait Forever – DWP ATOS Veterans An amazing website containing interesting detailed research carried out by Mo Stewart into Atos & Unum Insurance
YOUR CALL – National Freephone Telephone Counselling Service for Disabled People in Scotland This is the first service of its kind in the UK. The service takes calls to its appointment line from 11am until 3 pm Mondays to Thursdays. Calls are free from a home telephone, and from most mobile networks(including T-Mobile, Vodaphone, O2, 3, Orange a

Disabled people fear benefit cut

Rising PFI costs ‘putting hospitals at risk’

Terminally ill people warned over possible benefit cut

Atos, Unum, Mp’s, Norman Lamb, Democracy & Trust ?

The sick way Britain treats her sick and disabled – George W Potter

Shana Pezaro on living with MS and variable health conditions at the LibDem conference 2011

George Potter speaking on a motion about Employment Support Allowance and Work Capability Assessments at LibDem Conference 2011.

Edinburgh Atos Protest – 30th September 2011

Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference today recognised the Government’s efforts in implementing Professor Harrington’s recommendations

CAB highlights new concerns over closure of mental clinic

Lib Dems call for end to automated disability tests – Saturday, 17 September 2011

Welfare reforms a further blow to families with a disabled child

Anger at Coalition’s plan to limit right to legal aid

Iain Duncan Smith’s speech to the Royal Society of Edinburgh ‘hailed’ by Black Triangle & UK Uncut Protesters 16/9/11

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Disabled people fear benefit cut

Rising PFI costs ‘putting hospitals at risk’

Terminally ill people warned over possible benefit cut

Atos, Unum, Mp’s, Norman Lamb, Democracy & Trust ?

The sick way Britain treats her sick and disabled – George W Potter

Shana Pezaro on living with MS and variable health conditions at the LibDem conference 2011

George Potter speaking on a motion about Employment Support Allowance and Work Capability Assessments at LibDem Conference 2011.

Edinburgh Atos Protest – 30th September 2011

Liberal Democrat Autumn Conference today recognised the Government’s efforts in implementing Professor Harrington’s recommendations

CAB highlights new concerns over closure of mental clinic

Lib Dems call for end to automated disability tests – Saturday, 17 September 2011

Welfare reforms a further blow to families with a disabled child

Anger at Coalition’s plan to limit right to legal aid

Iain Duncan Smith’s speech to the Royal Society of Edinburgh ‘hailed’ by Black Triangle & UK Uncut Protesters 16/9/11

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