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Border Control Horror Stories: The Degrading Treatment of People with Disabilities

Crossing international borders can be an anxiety-inducing experience for anyone. For individuals with disabilities, however, the process often escalates into a distressing ordeal that infringes upon dignity, induces humiliation, and highlights systemic inequities. Across the globe, people with visible and invisible disabilities encounter discriminatory practices, racism, and unwarranted assumptions at border controls, transforming an already challenging process into a deeply degrading experience.

How to Find Accessible Moving Companies: Questions to Ask Before Hiring

Relocating can be a stressful process, especially for individuals who require accessible services due to disabilities, mobility challenges, or specific equipment needs. And it’s not just about finding accessible housing — choosing the right moving company that understands and caters to these requirements is crucial. This guide explores how to identify accessible moving companies and the essential questions to ask before making your choice.

Taxpayer Survey: Re PIP Payments

The wide array of essential expenses that PIP covers for people with disabilities illustrates the importance of maintaining cash payments. A voucher-based system would struggle to address the individualized needs associated with disability-related costs, from specialized medical devices to unique dietary requirements.

Photographing Travelers Without Cause: Legal Implications

The practice of photographing individuals at Cyprus airports as they leave the country, regardless of whether they have committed a crime, raises serious legal and ethical questions. While the government has a valid interest in ensuring that fines and taxes are paid, the methods used to achieve this goal must respect the fundamental rights of individuals.