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Assuming that a disabled person is capable of performing certain tasks or stepping outside their comfort zone without considering their individual limitations can lead to significant legal breaches. Such assumptions may violate the Equality Act 2010, particularly the duty to make reasonable adjustments, as forcing someone to undertake activities beyond their capacity disregards their health and well-being.
The UC Commitment Agreement’s “one-size-fits-all” approach fails to consider the unique circumstances of claimants who are carers, students, and entrepreneurs. By disregarding their need for accommodations and imposing excessive demands, UC risks pushing these individuals to the brink, both financially and emotionally.
Governments sometimes employ coercive measures to ensure that citizens are actively seeking work, increasing their working hours, or attending mandatory appointments—sometimes without considering an individual’s personal circumstances, including disability or self-employment. Such coercion can often infringe on a number of human rights and statutory protections.
Coercion by government agencies, especially when compounded by financial difficulty, can deepen discrimination against individuals with disabilities, forcing them into situations that compromise their rights and well-being.
The financial effect of switching from tax credits to Universal Credit can vary depending on individual circumstances. In some cases, recipients may see reduced benefits, particularly for working households on Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.
You have rights. No one should face financial hardship or mental health deterioration at the hands of the government without proper recourse. By documenting your experiences and seeking legal advice, you can fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
While the DWP’s crackdown plan is a step in the right direction, the approach must be balanced. On one hand, holding individuals accountable for engaging in reskilling and job-seeking is crucial. On the other hand, ensuring that they receive continued financial support while learning new trades or skills is equally important.
If a home is not fit for purpose and creates obstructions for wheelchair users, it poses a serious health and safety hazard, especially in the event of a fire, where inadequate access could trap individuals and endanger lives; housing providers could face prosecution under health and safety laws, potentially being held liable for negligence and endangering lives.
There is never too late to start learning and Renata, the editor of DisabledEntrepreneur.uk and DisabilityUK.co.uk, is set to embark on a new academic journey, starting a part-time law degree with the Open University in October 2024. If she can do it, then anyone can.
The term “severely disabled” in the context of benefits and support provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) raises concerns about potential discrimination and the differentiation of needs among disabled individuals.