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Anna’s Blog – Everyone Deserves the ‘Right to Try’


On the 30th April, new ‘Right to Try’ legislation came into effect across the United Kingdom (UK).  This legislation empowers recipients of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Universal Credit (UC), and new style Employment and Support Allowance (new style ESA) to reintroduce themselves to work or volunteering. The eligibility criteria for…

The EDI Team’s Blog – New Guidance for Police Strip Searching of Children


On April 22nd, Children’s Commissioner Rachel de Souza published the fourth report in a series which examined the use of police strip searches on children in England and Wales. The report outlines the extent to which strip searching powers are used on children, and offers guidelines for improving practices to…

We Care Award Winners!

We Care Award Winners!


Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a We Care Award nomination. We are delighted to announce the winners of our latest round of awards, as chosen by our panel. These awards recognise the people and teams who personify our 'We Care' values (Welcoming, Empowering, Compassionate, Aspirational, Respectful, Effective), and have delivered positive outcomes. Congratulations to…

Stop Food Waste Day 2026

Stop Food Waste Day 2026


Stop Food Waste Day is the largest single day of action in the fight against food waste globally. This year, it is taking place on 29th April. The idea of the day is to draw attention to the problem of food waste, educate and raise awareness, and give people ideas…

Creative Stars – March Winners!

Creative Stars – March Winners!


Congratulations to our latest round of Creative Stars winners! Our awards for the people we support celebrate the people who shine brightly and do wonderful things for each other. We have four exciting category winners, who will receive a badge, £30 Love2Shop voucher and a certificate. This month’s round of…

Leah’s Blog – Introducing Regional Health Commissioners


On Wednesday 25th March, the introduction of Regional Health Commissioners was announced by Wes Streeting, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. This change is intended to shift health and social care decisions away from government, empowering local regions to promote positive health outcomes. Before being introduced across England,…