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The Struggle for Accessible Toilets in the UK For many disabled individuals and their families, the lack of accessible toilets is a significant barrier to living a full and independent life. Disabled people are being forced to stay indoors or even forfeit essential medical appointments due to the absence of suitable facilities. This issue has […]

The Urgent Need for Accessible Toilets for People with Disabilities People with disabilities in the UK are facing significant challenges due to a lack of accessible toilets, which has forced many to stay indoors and even miss crucial medical appointments. This issue is particularly pressing for individuals with complex needs who require specialized facilities to […]

A Moment of Unbelievable Skill and Resilience Even 55 years later, the moment when Tom Dempsey kicked a 63-yard field goal to win a game for the New Orleans Saints remains one of the most extraordinary in American football history. The scene was set during a tense match against the Detroit Lions in November 1970, […]

Charity Scope, along with actor Adam Pearson, are encouraging the public to nominate their disability equality heroes for the annual Scope Awards. Nominations are now officially open. Each year, Scope invites nominations for individuals – friends, family, colleagues, neighbours, or even celebrities – who deserve recognition for their contributions to disability equality. The awards ceremony, […]

On the red earth surrounding Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, a heart-warming scene unfolds: a large, dark bay horse gently nudges a smiling 16-year-old named Cooper. Sporting a wide-brimmed cowboy hat, Cooper cherishes this connection with his equine friend. Cooper initially harboured doubts when his parents suggested equine therapy as a means of bolstering his confidence and […]