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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 5d

It's good to see meetings like these are taking place and are reportedly very constructive.
Absolutely agree: there is a real need to amplify the voices of disabled people and not just be spoken about. 👆
#Disability

John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · 6d

Senior figures in the Labour party pledged to try to rebuild trust with disabled people at a meeting with activists earlier this month at 10 Downing Street, Disability News Service can reveal.
#Labour
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/no-10-meetin...

No 10 meeting sees Labour hold out olive branch to disabled activists after breakdown of trust over cuts

Senior figures in the Labour party pledged to try to rebuild trust with disabled people at a meeting with activists earlier this month at 10 Downing Street, Disability News Service can reveal. The …

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 11d

Our asks ahead of the Timms #PIP Review: bsky.app/profile/camp...

Sign up to support our campaign if you agree: campaignfordisabilityjustice.org.uk/support_the_...

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 11d

Those involved in the Timms Review must be able to report back to their communities. That’s how we ensure credibility and accountability.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 16d

True co-production means listening to ALL Disabled people.

We support a pan-disability approach - one that reflects physical, sensory, cognitive, and psychological experiences. Co-production must be at the heart of the Timms review.

🤝 Sign up as a supporter if you agree: buff.ly/4rpLq6N

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 17d

Cuts to #PIP must be off the table.

The Timms Review should focus on removing barriers - not reducing support. Financial cuts are never the answer.

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#NoToCuts

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By signing up, you're adding your voice to a growing movement calling for Opportunity, Security and Respect for all Disabled people both in and out of work, without the constant fear of poverty & destitution.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 18d

Disabled leadership matters.

We’re calling for at least one of the Timms Review’s co-chairs to be #Disabled. Representation at the top drives real change.

📣 Support our campaign if you agree:

Campaign for Disability Justice

By signing up, you're adding your voice to a growing movement calling for Opportunity, Security and Respect for all Disabled people both in and out of work, without the constant fear of poverty & destitution.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 19d

An alternative to PIP is proposed! 👀

This Disabled-led initiative highlights the deep flaws with PIP, which the commission says is “plagued by inaccurate decisions & a culture of mistrust” and “actively undermines” Disabled people’s participation in society.
#Disability

John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · 19d

Praise for ‘incredible’ new proposal - designed by disabled people - that could replace ‘deeply-flawed’ PIP.
This time with the correct website (apologies).
(Last Thursday's news stories in case you missed them #4)
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/praise-for-i...

Praise for ‘incredible’ new plan to replace ‘deeply-flawed’ PIP

An “exciting” and “incredible” new proposal to scrap the “deeply-flawed” personal independence payment (PIP) and replace it with a new supportive system that meets all of a person’s extra disabilit…

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Legend of Kells @heikkikells.bsky.social · 21d

“Disabled people are overwhelmingly locked out of work because workplaces aren’t accessible or supportive. Imagine how many lives would improve if employers were educated and held to account. THIS is the problem that needs addressing.” @campaignfdj.bsky.social

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 21d

Employment support needs to be voluntary for Disabled people – taken up because it actually works, not because of threats and sanctions. ❌

Disabled People's Organisations are in the best position to shape & deliver these programs!

#DisabilityRights #Disability

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 22d

Disabled people are overwhelmingly locked out of work because workplaces aren't accessible. Imagine how many lives would improve if employers were educated & held to account.

THIS is the problem that needs addressing. ☝️

#Disability

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 23d

The Govt. has yet to fund & facilitate Disabled-led programs to educate employers who are failing to support Disabled employees—and failing to hire them in the first place.
#DisabilityRights

Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

7/7 Consult widely. Listen deeply. Work in partnership. This is how reviews into disability and employment can deliver the best outcome.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

6/7 Disabled leadership matters. We're calling for at least one of the review's co-chairs to be Disabled. Representation at the top is a huge factor in the change we could see from the review.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

5/7 Cuts must be off the table. The Timms review must focus on support and removing the barriers Disabled people face. Cuts to financial support are never the answer.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

4/7 Transparency is essential. Those involved in reviews must be able to report back to their communities. It's the only way to create trust, credibility and accountability.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

3/7 Disabled People's Organisations (DPOs) are essential to this process and should be fully involved in the Timms review. DPOs have vital expertise, grounded in lived experience, and a wealth of knowledge in understanding and supporting Disabled people's needs.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

2/7 True co-production means consulting a diverse group of Disabled people and shaping effective solutions. We support a pan-disability approach, one that recognises the full range of lived experiences, from physical and sensory to cognitive and psychological.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

1/7 Co-production must be at the heart of the Timms review. We are not looking for top-down consultation; co-production means a clear commitment to working in partnership with Disabled people to help shape decisions that affect our lives.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

A reminder of our asks ahead of the Timms Review. Sir Stephen Timms is committed to concluding his review into PIP by Autumn 2026. 🧵

#DisabilityRights #PIPreview #NoToCuts

A reminder of our asks ahead of the Timms Review. Sir Stephen Timms is committed to concluding his review into PIP bu Autumn 2026.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · 24d

Disabled People's Organisations have the knowledge & lived experience to teach employers how to properly support Disabled people in work.

The Govt. could fund & facilitate these programs. The opportunity is ready and waiting for them to take it. Step up.

#DisabilityRights

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · Sep 11

Removing barriers for Disabled people to get to work or school on time should be a no-brainer.

Being able to use a bus pass when you need it is not a big ask. It's hard to see the logic in this outcome, let alone compassion. 😞

Tom Gordon MP @tomgordonld.bsky.social · Sep 10

Tonight Parliament failed disabled people.

🥀 Labour voted down my amendment to scrap unfair bus pass restrictions.

🌳 The Conservatives whipped their MPs to abstain.

🚌 This isn’t good enough. I won’t stop until disabled people get the fair, accessible transport they deserve.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · Sep 10

The 10 members of the new Independent Disability Advisory Panel must sign an NDA that prevents them sharing any information outside the group.

Transparency is key to credibility. Why isn't a standard confidentiality clause enough for the DWP? 🤨

John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · Sep 9

DWP's gagging order on disabled advisers 'shows how little this government trusts us':
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/shock-and-an...

Shock and anger after DWP imposes gagging order on disabled members of its new advice panel

Disabled people’s organisations have expressed shock and alarm at the disability minister’s “completely unacceptable” decision to impose gagging orders on members of his new “independent” advisory …

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · Sep 4

"We need more than lip service from this government around disability rights – we need to see real commitment and action. And that starts with the appointed representatives showing up and taking their responsibilities seriously." Our CEO @carolinejc.bsky.social comments.

John Pring, DNS @johnpring.bsky.social · Sep 4

Chancellor’s disability minister skips all three meetings of group set up by Labour to champion disabled people
#Labour #Treasury
www.disabilitynewsservice.com/chancellors-...

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…

www.disabilitynewsservice.com

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · Sep 4

The Disability Poverty Campaign Group (DPCG) are collecting evidence about people’s experiences of Access to Work. We are hearing that awards are being cut or refused with no explanation.

Any supporting evidence will help to compel the DWP to address these issues:
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Do you use the Access to Work scheme? Have you been reassessed in the last two years? Complete our survey to help us gather evidence for our campaign to protect vital support for Disabled people at work.

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Campaign for Disability Justice @campaignfdj.bsky.social · Aug 28

The gov says it wants more Disabled people in work. Then why is it cutting the scheme that helps them stay there?

Many people are reporting 60-80% cuts or even total withdrawal of their support, with no explanation.

We've signed this open letter, add your name too: buff.ly/ECPJcQ3

Access to Nowhere. The government says it wants more disabled people in work. Then why is it cutting the scheme that helps them stay there? Add your name.

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