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Expression of interest to join the Independent Disability Advisory Panel

The Department for Work and Pensions is looking to create a Panel to support, advise and connect the department to the wider disability community.

Documents

Member Application Form (PDF)

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Details

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is seeking expressions of interest to join the new Independent Disability Advisory Panel.

The guidance sets out details of the Panel and how to express an interest in taking part.

Completed applications and CVs should be returned by 11.59pm on Monday 29 September 2025.

The application form is also available in Braille. Requests for Braille copies should be sent by email, to: disabilityadvisorypanel.secretariat@dwp.gov.uk

Disability rights expert Zara Todd has been appointed as Chair of the Panel, taking a guiding role in its development and focus.

Updates to this page

Published 1 September 2025

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