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More than six million disabled people across the UK have been paid a £150 Cost of Living Payment.

• Updated: 27 June 2023

Millions of people will benefit from specific support to look for work, acquire new skills and progress into better-paid jobs.

• Updated: 3 April 2023

New legislation enables vital financial support to be accessed earlier, helping provide financial peace of mind.

• Updated: 31 March 2023

The British High Commission is inviting local NGOs and established community-based organisations to bid for funding for the sustainable provision of Assistive Technology to people with disabilities.

• Updated: 25 July 2022

More people nearing the end of their life will have fast-track access to financial support through the benefits system thanks to new rules coming into force today.

• Updated: 3 April 2022

The Vulnerability Debt Toolkit will help public sector workers and those who are in debt to government.

• Updated: 24 August 2021

In line with the latest public health guidance and adhering to strict safety protocols, the department plans to begin reintroducing face-to-face assessments for health and disability benefits.

• Updated: 29 March 2021

A single service to deliver all disability benefits assessments will be trialled before being rolled out nationally, the Government has announced.

• Updated: 2 March 2020

A change in law means people who use wheelchairs or need mental health support will have greater choice and control in managing their own health and care.

• Updated: 31 October 2019

Professor Raymond Agius has been appointed to the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council as an independent member from 1 May 2019 for 5 years.

• Updated: 1 May 2019

An opportunity for members of the public to learn about the work of the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council (IIAC).

• Updated: 1 May 2019

The government has announced plans to give personal health budgets to up to 200,000 people by 2024.

• Updated: 21 February 2019