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Voice and Activism

What the new Government Means for Disabled People, DPOs, and the VCSE Sector

The recent general election has ushered in a new era with Keir Starmer’s Labour government taking office, promising significant changes that could impact Disabled people, Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs), and the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. Here’s a closer look at what this means and the opportunities and challenges ahead. Promising Appointments and…

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Bristol Budget Cuts to Short Breaks for Disabled Children Threaten Family Stability

In a recent decision by Bristol City Council, the budget for Short Breaks for Disabled children will be cut by 10% starting next April. This move, initially proposed by the former Labour administration, has been met with strong opposition from parents/carers, charities, and Disabled People’s Organisations like WECIL. WECIL, which is the lead provider of…

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A Call to Disabled People in Bristol to join the Climate Action Forum

In 2021-2022, Disabled people in Bristol collaborated to create a community climate action plan. This plan outlines actions to ensure climate initiatives in Bristol improve rather than harm the lives of Disabled people. The plan is available to read here, where there are also Easy Read and BSL versions of the plan and an explanation video….

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The Critical Need for Enhanced Funding and Social Investment in Disabled People’s Organisations

Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs) play a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and inclusion of Disabled people. Despite our significant contributions, DPOs often face severe funding challenges that limit their capacity to drive meaningful change. Addressing this funding shortfall through increased social investment is essential for fostering a more inclusive and equitable society. Underfunding…

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Bristol Community Climate Action Project seek Inclusive Transport Advocate 

We have been made aware of a role that may be of interest to members of the WECIL community. Bristol Community Climate Action Project are recruiting an Inclusive Transport Advocate to advocate for positive changes to the local transport system which support an inclusive shift to low carbon transport that is usable, accessible and safe…

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Letter from Bristol Disability Equality Commission to Secretary of State on EDI

Recently the UK Government distributed £500 million to local authorities to go towards the national chronic underfunding of social care. Whilst any funds to go some way to easing the pressures councils face in funding social care are to be welcomed, the distribution of the Social Care Grant came with a caveat that worried many…

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