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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 1d

This National Hate Crime Awareness Week, we're speaking out for urgent reform to hate crime law to better protect Disabled victims. Keep an eye out for our posts to learn more about this crucial issue. #JusticeForDisabledVictims #NationalHCAW buff.ly/SR07oQB

1. Justice for Disabled victims of hate crime. A black and white photo of a white woman with dark hair using a wheelchair. She has a cloud of black scribbles around her head, indicating distress.

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 2d

3 years ago, the Conservative government committed to raise the minimum accessibility standards for all new-build housing to accessible and adaptable standards, but they didn’t follow through.

It’s time for Labour to commit to making the change we need.

Government ‘has lost its way’ on accessible housing, after new towns report ignores disabled people

The government has been accused of losing its way on accessible housing, after refusing to explain why a report by its “taskforce” on delivering a series of new towns across England does not includ…

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Transport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 2d

Some impairments aren’t visible, but they can still make travelling harder. That’s when Blue Badges and Disabled Bus Passes should be there to help.

On #WorldMentalHealthDay we're calling for a concessions system that includes everyone. Let's #UnlockTransportAccess together.

Red textured background with a quote on yellow electrical tape. It reads "It makes your anxious. And it just means that you're less likely to go out and do things that you might otherwise." The quote is from a survey participant and they are talking about Blue Badges and Disabled parking bays. Bold text reading #UnlockTransportAccess is on yellow tape underneath

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John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · 3d

Government ‘has lost its way’ on accessible housing, after new towns report ignores disabled people
#AccessibleHousingNow #NewTowns
@disrightsuk.bsky.social @inclusionlondon.bsky.social
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Government ‘has lost its way’ on accessible housing, after new towns report ignores disabled people

The government has been accused of losing its way on accessible housing, after refusing to explain why a report by its “taskforce” on delivering a series of new towns across England does not includ…

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 2d

Encouraging people to 'reach out for help' isn't enough. Disabled people's mental health will continue to suffer as long as we face welfare cuts, degrading PIP assessments, hate crime, and hostility stirred up by politicians. We need change, not just words. #WorldMentalHealthDay

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Hina Bokhari OBE AM @hinabokharild.bsky.social · 13d

One year ago the London Assembly unanimously backed my motion with @inclusionlondon.bsky.social for a disability champion to lead a disability action plan. Sadly, we still don't have a champion, BUT pleased to see Disabled People's Organisations at City Hall today, getting the plan underway!

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 16d

Join Amnesty Disabled People's Human Rights Network for a day exploring, discussing and planning to protect and advance our rights in the face of an ever more hostile world.

Saturday 4th October 11am-4.30pm

173-177 Euston Road London NW1 2BJ

Info 👇
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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 18d

We all deserve to feel safe in our communities. But Disabled victims of hate crime are being let down by a justice system that dismisses us when we ask for help.

Sign our petition and demand change today. #JusticeForDisabledVictims buff.ly/uZfLjqH

Justice for Disabled victims of hate crime. A black and white photo of a white woman with dark hair using a wheelchair. She has a cloud of black scribbles around her head, indicating distress.

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 23d

The Greater London Authority is inviting Deaf and Disabled Londoners to share your thoughts and ideas on making our city more inclusive.

When: Mon 29th September, 11am-5pm
Where: City Hall, Kamal Chunchie Way London E16 1ZE

Find out more and register 👇 buff.ly/mBdnMWt

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 24d

Meet our helpful chat bots! 🤖 AccessAva and DREy can help you access information on social care, your rights and how to get your charges reduced.

Find out more: buff.ly/2XHIBid

Meet our helpful chat bots. AccessAva: A purple robot with a speech bubble saying "I can help you find information about social care. DREy: A blue robot with a speech bubble saying "I can help you reduce your social care charges."

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 24d

We stand in solidarity with Muslims, Black people, People of Colour and Jewish people, as well as the Trans, LGB and Queer communities who are directly threatened and feel unsafe because of the surge of racist and fascist hate speech and activity.

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 24d

We are appalled by ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march on 13th September – one of the biggest demonstrations of the far right in the history of the UK. We are outraged by this display of virulent racism and prejudice on our streets.

Read our full statement 👇 buff.ly/a4CnUlI

Statement of solidarity from Inclusion London

Inclusion London's statement of solidarity with communities affected by recent 'Unite the Kingdom' far-right anti-migrant marches.

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 25d

The housing system in England is failing Deaf and Disabled people.

We worked with @disrightsuk.bsky.social to respond to a government consultation on the Disabled Facilities Grant Formula, to let them know how they can create a fairer system. Read our response 👇

Disabled Facilities Grant Consultation: Our Response with Inclusion

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Disability Rights UK @disrightsuk.bsky.social · 25d

1 in 4 Disabled Londoners with housing access requirements live in completely inaccessible homes, according to
@inclusionlondon.bsky.social's research.

This must change. The Disabled Facilities Grant needs reform! Read our consultation response 👇
www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/disable...

Disabled Facilities Grant Consultation: Our Response with Inclusion

www.disabilityrightsuk.org

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 26d

Thanks to Assembly Member Neil Garratt for raising the issue of the Greater London Authority not having accurate data on accessible housing. Having this information is key to addressing the accessible homes crisis. We’re part of this city and the data should reflect that. #AccessibleHousing

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John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · 28d

Powerful response to Thursday's story on disability hate crime and racism from @clentonf.bsky.social
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He says: 'Racist and disablist abuse against Inclusion London’s hate crime campaign is a wake up call.'
@inclusionlondon.bsky.social
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Racist responses to disability hate crime campaign signal ‘deeply worrying’ trend

Campaigners calling for government action on disability hate crime were horrified when their posts on social media led to a string of racist and disablist responses, some of them from disabled peop…

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Salamander News @salamandernews.org · Sep 10

The government says its wants to "tear down the barriers to work" that disabled people face.

They could start with access to transport.

@inclusionlondon.bsky.social

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Inclusion London calls for funding for lifts at Peckham Rye station

Plans to upgrade the station to make it accessible to disabled passengers were shelved under the government's June spending review. Peckham Rye is the busiest station in the UK without step-free acce...

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 10

Stopping benefit cuts is suicide prevention. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 10

Most councils simply don't have know how many accessible homes they have, how many are needed and whether it is affordable. This needs to change.

To begin tackling the accessible housing crisis, housing providers must collect data to understand the scale of the problem. #AccessibleHomesWeek

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 9

Many Disabled people are stuck in hospital, not because they're too unwell to go home, but because their home is not safe.

Building more accessible homes means better lives and better use of the NHS. #AccessibleHomesWeek #HousingCrisis

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 9

Imagine living in a home where you cannot take a shower or cook a meal without relying on someone else to help you. Or living in a home where you cannot get in or out safely.

Disabled people don’t have to imagine this. Many of us live this life every day. #AccessibleHomesWeek

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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 8

"Making the busiest interchange in the country step-free would free disabled Londoners who use this station from the stress and misery of an inaccessible commute. We urge DfT to reconsider its decision."
Read the full story 👇
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Charity urges government to reconsider plans to upgrade Peckham Rye train. It is the busiest interchange in the country without step-free access. Artist's impression of proposed Peckham Rye station

Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · Sep 8

When asked if she’s happy with how the Greater London Authority engages with Disabled people on accessible housing, our Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Manager Laura Vicinanza didn’t hold back.

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aldtu.bsky.social @aldtu.bsky.social · Sep 5

Chancellor’s disability minister skips all three meetings of group set up by Labour to champion disabled people
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“It just shows the contempt the Treasury has for disabled people."
@disabilityld.bsky.social @marisharay.bsky.social @inclusionlondon.bsky.social @hinabokharild.bsky.social

Chancellor’s disability minister skips all three meetings of group set up by Labour to champion disabled people

The minister who leads on disability for the Treasury has shown “contempt” for disabled people by skipping all three meetings of a ministerial group set up to “champion disability inclusion” across…

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Richard Amm ♿ (Disability & Research) @richamm.bsky.social · Sep 4

Looking for train access campaigners!
I am in the process of updating our zine on level boarding and need more experts and information to make it the best it can be. Current version is here : files.libcom.org/files/2025-0...

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