The announcement of £740 million in funding for schools to adapt their buildings for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is a promising step toward inclusion. This funding, part of the £6.7 billion allocated to education in the recent Budget, aims to address accessibility challenges and expand SEND
Today, Seema Flower, award-winning entrepreneur, founder of Blind Ambition, and a leading advocate for disability inclusion, took center stage with Gareth Thomas MP Minister for Small Business at the House of Lords to mark the launch of the Disability Finance Code for Entrepreneurship. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by the Lilac
Navigating the bustling streets of central London is challenging at the best of times, but for visually impaired individuals, it can be a dangerous game of problem-solving and trust. Recent footage of blind TV presenter Lucy Edwards struggling to cross the road with her guide dog, Molly, highlights the growing
The UK Government’s Get Britain Working White Paper, published on 26 November 2024, signals the most significant employment reform in a generation. Backed by £240 million, the initiative aims to achieve an 80% employment rate and tackle long-standing employment challenges, particularly for disabled individuals. With 75% of blind and partially
The Assisted Dying Bill 2024, currently under debate in the UK, has sparked significant controversy. Its potential implications for the disabled community and concerns about how it may influence decisions around the termination of children with disabilities have brought ethical, legal, and societal questions to the forefront. What Is the
By Seema Flower As the mother of an autistic child and someone with ADHD myself, the revelations from the recent BBC article about the abuse at Whitefield School were particularly distressing to watch. The videos showing children in acute distress, being thrown to the floor, locked in padded rooms, or
Summary of Sean Dilley’s Story: The Fight for Equality Continues Sean Dilley, a BBC transport correspondent and experienced guide dog handler, recently shared his frustrations in a BBC article about being repeatedly refused entry to businesses because of his guide dog, Shawn. Despite being protected under the Equality Act 2010,
As the cost of living continues to rise, innovative solutions to support vulnerable communities are more important than ever. Energy providers Octopus Energy and OVO Energy are stepping up this winter by offering free electric blankets to customers in need. These schemes aim to provide immediate relief by helping individuals
Empowering Disabled Women in Engineering: Seema Flower’s Inspiring Presentation at London Women in Engineering Group (LoWEG) The London Women in Engineering Group (LoWEG) celebrated its second anniversary with a memorable event dedicated to progress, collaboration, and inclusion. One of the standout moments was a presentation by Seema Flower, Managing Director
