Can Lawyers Work From Home? Disability, Remote Legal Careers and Video-Linked Court Hearings
Can disabled lawyers work from home? Explore remote legal careers, reasonable adjustments, video court hearings and human rights law in the UK.
Guide To Blue Badge Parking
There is no single national rule for residents’ bays. The national Blue Badge concessions do not automatically include resident-only bays; councils set local rules. Some allow Blue Badge parking in resident bays; others prohibit it. What this means: If your street is “Permit Holders Only” (or similar), check the sign and your council’s website. If resident bays aren’t listed among places Blue Badges can be used, you’ll likely need a resident permit/exemption or a dedicated disabled bay issued by the council.
The Rising Number of Long-Term Sickness and The Reasons Why
Britain has seen a notable rise in the number of individuals claiming long-term sickness benefits, according to the latest data from the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) over 2.5 million people are now classified as economically inactive due to long-term illness, a record high.
Understanding Disability Fluctuations
No two disabled people are the same, and no two days are alike—yet current disability assessments fail to recognise this vital reality. Understanding Disability Fluctuations and the Need for Reform in PIP Assessments
Living with Uncertainty: Why PIP Assessments Fail to Reflect the Reality of Fluctuating Disabilities
When a system structurally excludes, misjudges, or punishes people with fluctuating disabilities, it is not just morally unjust — it may also be legally non-compliant. Disabled individuals and advocacy groups have a strong basis to argue that the PIP framework, as currently implemented, fails to meet legal standards of fairness, equality, and dignity.
MPs Revolt Against Proposed Welfare Cuts Targeting Disabled and Vulnerable People
With 80 MPs preparing to revolt, the government must reconsider its approach before history repeats itself. If these policies are implemented, the consequences could be irreversible—not just for disabled claimants, but for the moral integrity of the nation.
The Ethics and Legality of Forcing Patients to Undergo Medical Tests
There has been increased debate around the ethics and legality of healthcare practices, especially concerning the disabled community. A particularly controversial issue is whether it is appropriate to mandate that patients undergo tests, such as blood pressure or blood tests, as a condition for continued medication prescriptions.
Vaping: The Health Risks and How to Wean Yourself Off
Vaping, often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, is not without significant health risks. The potential for lung damage, nicotine addiction, and other long-term health issues makes quitting a worthwhile goal.