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Learning Disability England is a movement for change. Our members are people with learning disabilities, families, & organisations. We work for human rights, equality & good lives. https://www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/
Across the UK, millions provide unpaid care for family and friends—often alongside work, family life, and their own health needs.
New analysis from the Health Foundation talks about the growing pressures on carers and why better recognition and support are so important: tinyurl.com/79nvhnb4
A blue graphic reads: “Baroness Casey has said what many of us have long known: adult social care is underfunded, undervalued, and too often overlooked in national policy. The structural challenges she described mean too many people still face barriers to accessing the right care and support at the right time, in a system that drives fragmentation and short-term decision making, creating instability for those who rely on support."
A blue graphic reads: "“As the Commission’s work develops, it will be vital that this honesty is matched by practical reform; sustainable funding, better commissioning, and proper recognition for the workforce. Change must work for people with learning disabilities and autistic people, as well as older people, and be shaped by their lives, aspirations, and rights."
Last week, Baroness Louise Casey spoke at the Nuffield Trust Summit, sharing her early reflections on the state of adult social care in her role as Chair of the Casey Commission.
Our CEO, Jim Kane, shares his thoughts on her remarks: www.communityintegratedcare.co.uk/news/our-res...
An NHS information poster titled “Using NHS 111 for urgent medical help.” The left side shows illustrations of people feeling unwell. The right side explains that NHS 111 helps when you need urgent medical advice but are unsure where to go, especially if you cannot contact your GP or the GP is closed. It says you can get help by calling 111, visiting 111.nhs.uk, or using the NHS App, and that NHS 111 is available any day at any time.
If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Call, go online or use the NHS App.
Also available by NHS 111 BSL interpreter service at 111.nhs.uk or text relay on 18001 111.
An Easy Read article explaining Israel and the USA’s military action in Iran from Easy News at United Response:
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Jamie, Carla and Tiahnna sat together in a large conference room, smiling to camera. On a screen in the background there is a Learning Disability England conference banner.
Elle, Matt and Sophie are in front of a conference stall with a What To Do banner and marketing materials.
We’re excited to be at the @learningdiseng.bsky.social Conference in Birmingham today 🎉
Our Quality Advisors, Jamie and Tiahnna, are delighted to be representing our charity, alongside our Participation Specialist, Carla!
Elle, Matt & Sophie are also here showcasing What-To-Do.co.uk 👋
What are you most looking forward to at the Learning Disability England Being Seen, Being Heard conferences?
Share your thoughts and photos before and on the day 📸 We’d love to see them and share — don’t forget to tag us!
Learning Disability England’s Being Seen, Being Heard conferences are almost here!
If you’re attending, please share your photos from the day — it would be great to see them. Tag Learning Disability England on Facebook, LinkedIn and Bluesky 📸
The government has announced that working-age disabled adults receiving social care will keep at least £400 more each year from April, following a 7% increase to the Minimum Income Guarantee.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/3pzt98wf
Gary Bourlet's statement from Learning Disability England...
Social Care Future is running the “Big Check In” survey to hear from people who use care and support services.
Share your experiences-good, bad, or mixed-on things like staff, support, and access.
Take part here: tinyurl.com/2xssevtj
Just one week left to register for this year's GOLD Conference!
Don't miss out - book your place today: www.bild.org.uk/GOLDConf26
Find out more about the exciting programme for the Learning Disability England in-person Conference 2026 📣
Speakers and sessions will share how they are working to make sure people with learning disabilities and their families are seen and heard in communities and policy...
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Are you coming to the Learning Disability England Online Conference?
All members can attend for free and it has it's own exciting line-up, separate from the in-person conference.
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“We need to be confident that fewer people will die in the future because of work that is happening today”
Member reps from Learning Disability England react to the re-published LeDeR report, talking about why it's important and what needs to happen next:
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Learn how you can be part of improving transport services, share what matters to you, & influence change that makes travel fairer and easier for people with learning disabilities.
@transportforall.org.uk will be sharing recent work & opportunities to get involved!
Sign up: tinyurl.com/3ycz23xv
New report explores how news can be created with and for people with learning disabilities, highlighting the need for clearer, more accessible and more inclusive journalism.
Read the report 👉 tinyurl.com/ypzebwu7
Commissioning for the Future of Social Care
A one-day conference from Citizen Network for commissioners, providers & system leaders. Explore how local, neighbourhood-based care can build trust, support people better & use money well — with real-life examples and shared learning tinyurl.com/33726akn
DWP has announced ten experts with lived experience of disability and long-term health conditions have joined the Independent Disability Advisory Panel.
They will advise Ministers on policies like Access to Work and Disability Confident
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Being on the learning disability register means that your needs are respected, you receive better healthcare and a free health check every year.
Mencap's I’m In campaign is raising awareness and encouraging everyone with a learning disability to join.
Find out more: tinyurl.com/y6hk6fc8
We know that transport works better when it is shaped by disabled people's lived experience. That's why we're looking forward to taking part in this conversation. The event is open to members of each organisation. Find out more using the link below.
Member Reps met today to talk about big issues affecting members in 2026 and plans for the year ahead...
Become a member and join a network of like-minded individuals working towards Good Lives for people with learning disabilities together
www.learningdisabilityengland.org.uk/welcome/join-us/
Be part of improving transport services, share what matters to you & help influence change that makes travel better for people with learning disabilities.
Members of Transport for All, BILD & Learning Disability England are invited to join A Big Transport Conversation: lnkd.in/eXSq6KK9
At the end of 2025 the Mental Health Bill received Royal Assent - this means became law.
It aims to make care fairer, give people more choice, and make sure people are treated with respect.
Read more about mental health bill in Easy Read here: tinyurl.com/yu377m3u
Your pharmacist can now treat you or give you medicines for some illnesses without you having to see a doctor first.
Find out more in this easy read: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst
Join Achieve together, Surrey Choices and Active Prospects for an inclusive discussion group to share your views and feedback on the Down Syndrome Act Statutory Guidance (draft). Details below...
Please let Helen know if you’re coming 👉 Helen.west@activeprospects.org.uk
Taking Charge is a free service from Community Integrated Care that helps people understand and manage their energy bills, including support with tariffs, debt, and energy-saving advice.
You can find out more here: tinyurl.com/mpfvzya9
Top tips for managing sensory overwhelm at Christmas - new easy read resource and blog from SeeAbility 🎄
Easy read here: tinyurl.com/2wjneemw
Blog with tips for people and supporters: tinyurl.com/5vkm78c6
Looking for an accessible update on the latest Budget?
United Response has released an Easy Read Easy News edition that explains the key points in simple, clear language.
You can read it here: tinyurl.com/y2u87jjy
School can shape us in many ways. Some memories make us smile, and some harder to talk about. This free members webinar creates a safe space for people with learning disabilities to share their stories and reflect on what good support should look like.
Book here: tinyurl.com/rh9wu242
Draft guidance published under the Down Syndrome Act 2022 and open for consultation.
Learning Disability England urges members, supporters, families and allies to read the draft and have your say.
Join a discussion meeting with members on the 11 December.
Full announcement: tinyurl.com/brwweepa
This Thursday: learn how to put people with lived experience at the centre of campaigns and decisions.
Scott Watkin BEM and SeeAbility’s ListenUp! team will share stories, their co-production model, and practical tips.
Sign up: tinyurl.com/42b39xxa