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Prime Minister’s Questions: David Cameron v Ed Miliband

Prime Minister David Cameron has rejected calls from Labour to scrap the government’s “reckless and needless” reforms to the NHS […]

by Holmey

on Sep 12

Report into attacks against people with physical and mental disabilities says public bodies are in denial about level of abuse

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on Sep 12

Letter urges professional bodies to stop co-operating with reforms it says most grassroots doctors do not support

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on Sep 12

MIND – Work Capability Assessment update

The Work Capability Assessment (WCA) is probably the single issue that Mind has received the most contact about over the […]

by Holmey

on Sep 12

“Boycott the Paralympics” They do nothing but harm the lives of ordinary disabled men & women in the UK

For many disabled people the Paralympics next year is just another kick in the face, especially as one of the major sponsors are Atos, […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

An Alleged “Tax-Avoiding Scrounger” – ‘Sir’ Phillip Green attacks UK Uncut and pontificates about social responsibility

Alleged “Tax-Cheating Scrounger” says that “The occupation of the Fortnum & Mason store earlier this year by protesters against Government […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

Labour’s modernising zeal blinded the party to the way low and middle income voters felt left behind and angered by a system apparently weighted in favour of migrants, irresponsible bankers and those who chose not to work, according to a damning analysis by Ivan Lewis, the shadow culture secretary.

“We should have done more to increase the supply of decent affordable housing, and continued our programme of welfare reform.” Ivan […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

Labour anger over Purple Book The publication, which offers ideas on Labour’s future direction, has been described by opponents as ‘lazy’ and ‘idiotic’

The preposterous bull of Purple Labour is under fire…. Ivan Lewis, the shadow culture secretary, has written a chapter on […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

Unite chief Len McCluskey in ‘civil disobedience’ call

Speaking on the eve of the TUC congress, Unite leader Len McCluskey said no form of protest should be ruled […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

Pimping poverty, then and now – the academic poverty research industry (See also Unum’s Advert under “Wefare Reform”)

(Hilariously, Unum Provident advertise on this web page under “Welfare Reform) Well worth reading the whole article, with Professor Michael […]

by JJ

on Sep 11

Lib Dems to Force Conference Debate on Welfare reform

Libdem blogger George Potter (also a frequent contributor to Liberal Conspiracy) will mostly likely force a debate at the Liberal Democrat […]

by Holmey

on Sep 11

Protest Atos Outside the BMJ Recruitment Fair – 30th Sept

As part of the National Day of Protest Against Atos and the Poverty Pimps. Friday, September 30 · 12:00pm – 6:00pm […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

Organ-selling firm in NHS talks

A PRIVATE healthcare firm whose wealthy clients were given donor organs bought from children is in talks to run transplant […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

Cerebral palsy sufferer beaten in street attack

A MAN who suffers cerebral palsy was left needing hospital treatment for a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

Austerity begins at home: Cuts bite among Chancellor’s constituents

He said we’re all in it together – but few believed him. Now George Osborne faces anger in his back […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

George Osborne and Eric Pickles are pushing for planning changes but oppose developments in their own constituencies

by Holmey

on Sep 10

Conservatives given millions by property developers

The Conservative Party has received millions of pounds in donations from developers who stand to benefit from the Government’s controversial […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

James Purnell defends welfare reform after accusations of ‘stigmatising’ benefits claimants

James Purnell, the Work and Pensions Secretary, has defended the Government’s plans for welfare reform after a senior Labour Party […]

by Holmey

on Sep 10

The removal of concessionary coach travel for disabled people and the elderly is yet another blow to our independence

by Holmey

on Sep 9

Disabled Cartoonist David Lupton – Crippen’s blog links in with Black Triangle’s proposed boycott of the Paralympics …

The spread of Atos tentacles Atos Origin, the french owned company who undertake the ‘work capability assessment’ for the UK government […]

by JJ

on Sep 9

'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

Prime Minister’s Questions: David Cameron v Ed Miliband

MIND – Work Capability Assessment update

“Boycott the Paralympics” They do nothing but harm the lives of ordinary disabled men & women in the UK

An Alleged “Tax-Avoiding Scrounger” – ‘Sir’ Phillip Green attacks UK Uncut and pontificates about social responsibility

Labour anger over Purple Book The publication, which offers ideas on Labour’s future direction, has been described by opponents as ‘lazy’ and ‘idiotic’

Unite chief Len McCluskey in ‘civil disobedience’ call

Pimping poverty, then and now – the academic poverty research industry (See also Unum’s Advert under “Wefare Reform”)

Lib Dems to Force Conference Debate on Welfare reform

Protest Atos Outside the BMJ Recruitment Fair – 30th Sept

Organ-selling firm in NHS talks

Cerebral palsy sufferer beaten in street attack

Austerity begins at home: Cuts bite among Chancellor’s constituents

Conservatives given millions by property developers

James Purnell defends welfare reform after accusations of ‘stigmatising’ benefits claimants

Disabled Cartoonist David Lupton – Crippen’s blog links in with Black Triangle’s proposed boycott of the Paralympics …

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Prime Minister’s Questions: David Cameron v Ed Miliband

MIND – Work Capability Assessment update

“Boycott the Paralympics” They do nothing but harm the lives of ordinary disabled men & women in the UK

An Alleged “Tax-Avoiding Scrounger” – ‘Sir’ Phillip Green attacks UK Uncut and pontificates about social responsibility

Labour anger over Purple Book The publication, which offers ideas on Labour’s future direction, has been described by opponents as ‘lazy’ and ‘idiotic’

Unite chief Len McCluskey in ‘civil disobedience’ call

Pimping poverty, then and now – the academic poverty research industry (See also Unum’s Advert under “Wefare Reform”)

Lib Dems to Force Conference Debate on Welfare reform

Protest Atos Outside the BMJ Recruitment Fair – 30th Sept

Organ-selling firm in NHS talks

Cerebral palsy sufferer beaten in street attack

Austerity begins at home: Cuts bite among Chancellor’s constituents

Conservatives given millions by property developers

James Purnell defends welfare reform after accusations of ‘stigmatising’ benefits claimants

Disabled Cartoonist David Lupton – Crippen’s blog links in with Black Triangle’s proposed boycott of the Paralympics …

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