Disabled people leading change

DISABILITY Rights UK is the largest national charity led by, run by, and working for disabled people

It works with Disabled People’s Organisations and Government across the UK to influence regional and national change for better rights, benefits, quality of life and economic opportunities for disabled people

DR UK’s distinctive position means it can put concerns strongly and directly to government, infrastructure and service providers, and care regulators

It was strongly involved in lobbying the major supermarkets to provide priority shopping and online delivery slots for disabled customers

It continues to provide vital information to disabled people across the country through its helplines, news updates and factsheets

Unique services, such as its Student Helpline, provide information about how to access support at university It also partners with various grass roots organisations in the North West to run projects enabling disabled people to participate in sport and physical activity

Naturally, the charity’s resources were stretched during the Covid-19 pandemic and donations are very welcome at www justgiving com/disabilityrightsuk