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Find out about protection for disabled people from discrimination at work, in education or dealing with the police
As a disabled person, you have rights to protect you from discrimination.…
It’s against the law for employers to discriminate against you because of…
It’s against the law for a school or other education provider to treat…
If you’re being questioned or interviewed at a police station you have…
The Equality Act 2010 protects you from discrimination. It provides legal…
Check if you can get legal aid to help with your legal costs if you think…
Includes carers, your rights, benefits and the Equality Act
Financial help if you're disabled - benefits, housing costs, council tax, vehicle tax exemption, TV Licence, motability schemes, VAT relief
There is a wide range of disability-related financial support, including…
If you’re living with a health condition or disability, or caring for…
You’ll need to meet the legal obligations for drivers before you can…
Direct payments - arranging your own care and services If you’ve been…
Universal Credit You may be able to get Universal Credit if you’re on a…
You can get 50% off the cost of your TV licence if either: you’re…
If you’re disabled or have a long-term illness, you will not be charged…
Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit You may be entitled to get…
You can claim for compensation if while serving in the armed forces: you…
What happens if you become disabled - benefits, your rights, help from your council and your employer's responsibilities
We support the development of policies to remove inequality between disabled and non-disabled people.
Includes recruitment and disabled people, reasonable adjustments at work and Access to Work
Our aim is to break down the barriers faced by disabled people in the UK and to work across government to improve disabled people’s lives. Disability Unit is part of the Cabinet Office .
Your rights and the support you can get if you have a disabled child, including childcare, car costs, house adaptations and education
Infographic explaining the physical activity needed for general health benefits for disabled adults.
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