Holmey, Author at Black Triangle Campaign

Incapacity Benefit Test “Leaves People Feeling Suicidal”

The government’s aim of helping people with disabilities into work is “laudable” but the process causes anxiety, MPs say. Channel […]

by Holmey

on Jul 27

Professor who wrote Coalition health policy was paid by drugs firm

By Nina Lakhani Tuesday, 26 July 2011 The Government’s “independent” adviser on mass tranquiliser addiction has received research funding from […]

by Holmey

on Jul 26

MPs’ committee criticises press over incapacity benefit reporting

26 July, 2011 – 12:15 — Patrick Casey A group of MPs has today echoed Full Fact’s criticism of media coverage of […]

by Holmey

on Jul 26

The government's reform of the disability benefits system has angered claimants, who say the new tests fail to identify why they can't work. Amelia Gentleman reports on the fallout of Cameron's war against 'sicknote culture'

by Holmey

on Jul 26

The eligibility test for the new employment support allowance is widely condemned to MPs at a pilot scheme meeting

by Holmey

on Jul 26

So, politicians designed an incapacity benefits system in which virtually nobody qualifies for help. How can that be justified?

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Incapacity benefit reassessment not yet understood by claimants say MPs

The conclusion of a report published today (26 July) by the Work and Pensions select committee is that the Government’s […]

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Benefits review ‘causing anxiety’

The Government’s aim of helping people with disabilities and long-term health conditions back into work is “laudable”, but the process […]

by Holmey

on Jul 26

A French company is being paid millions to harass incapacity benefit claimants with the threat of being made destitute

by Holmey

on Jul 26

The mayor's rhetoric on housing is welcome, but the poorest households will not feel the benefit of new homes

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Hundreds in Brighton March Against Benefit Cuts

Brighton Disabled People Against the Cuts and Brighton Benefits Campaign organise a demonstration against benefit cuts and in particular cuts to disability benefits. […]

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Report into welfare reform says retesting sickness benefits claimants has subject vulnerable people to 'fear and anxiety'

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Government seeks to demonstrate momentum as Clegg rejects accusation of social 'cleansing'

by Holmey

on Jul 26

With the gap between rich and poor widening still further, it is painfully apparent that we are not all in this together

by Holmey

on Jul 26

Alliance to fight care cuts

AN unprecedented coalition of private and voluntary sector groups working with children in care has been formed to fight for […]

by Holmey

on Jul 25

Disability benefit reform: is the government hiding behind Atos errors?

Righteous anger by disabled people over Atos incompetence in assessing benefit claims should also be directed at the government Atos […]

by Holmey

on Jul 25

Larry Newman was assessed by an Atos staff member and awarded zero points. To qualify for sickness benefit he needed 15. He died from lung problems soon after

by Holmey

on Jul 25

Commons committee to publish critical report on Atos, which determines whether people are eligible for sickness benefits

by Holmey

on Jul 24

Welfare to Work policy ‘casts the disabled as cheats’

Flagship initiative threatens safety of the disabled by suggesting that they are scroungers, say charities The government’s flagship Welfare to Work policy […]

by Holmey

on Jul 24

BMA votes to reject idea that changes to health and social care bill will reduce the risk of privatisation of the health service

by Holmey

on Jul 21

'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

Incapacity Benefit Test “Leaves People Feeling Suicidal”

Professor who wrote Coalition health policy was paid by drugs firm

MPs’ committee criticises press over incapacity benefit reporting

Incapacity benefit reassessment not yet understood by claimants say MPs

Benefits review ‘causing anxiety’

Hundreds in Brighton March Against Benefit Cuts

Alliance to fight care cuts

Disability benefit reform: is the government hiding behind Atos errors?

Welfare to Work policy ‘casts the disabled as cheats’

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Incapacity Benefit Test “Leaves People Feeling Suicidal”

Professor who wrote Coalition health policy was paid by drugs firm

MPs’ committee criticises press over incapacity benefit reporting

Incapacity benefit reassessment not yet understood by claimants say MPs

Benefits review ‘causing anxiety’

Hundreds in Brighton March Against Benefit Cuts

Alliance to fight care cuts

Disability benefit reform: is the government hiding behind Atos errors?

Welfare to Work policy ‘casts the disabled as cheats’

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