Reposted by Rhian DaviesMair Rigby @mairsrambles.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Great opportunities here 031
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability Arts Online @disabilityarts.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Unlimited’s Partner Awards fund disabled artists to create new work, from research and development through to touring. Closing: 28 Sept Location: England, Scotland and Wales Fee: £15K to £40K disabilityarts.online/opportunity-... 001
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 21/08/2026The Timms Review panel members have been told their changes to PIP must ‘stay within fixed financial limits’. This means the budget for PIP cannot increase. True coproduction means shifting power and sharing decision-making in all areas, not just where convenient. buff.ly/QGIRj4Pbenefitsandwork.co.ukTimms review process seems rushed and not true co-production, says co-chairGet the benefits you're entitled to: help with personal independence payment (PIP), universal credit (UC), employment and support allowance (ESA),disability living allowance (DLA). Claims,… 042
Reposted by Rhian DaviesFrances Ryan @francesryan.bsky.social · 20/08/2026“I’ve been full time at The Guardian for over a decade now. I’m the first columnist in the country to use a wheelchair. I’m still one of the only visibly disabled journalists in the press. That is objectively batshit.” I wrote about the British media’s diversity problem. shorturl.at/ZHX5Wfrancesryan1.substack.comIntroducing: Press AccessThe things nobody tells disabled journalists about getting into an industry that wasn’t built for us. 712333
Reposted by Rhian DaviesFrances Ryan @francesryan.bsky.social · 19/08/2026COMING TOMORROW: my new free Substack for disabled and marginalised journalists who want to break in or progress in the industry. Called Press Access, it will feature advice and whatever gossip I decide is printable without a lawyer. First one out Thursday. Sign up here: shorturl.at/YklKL 14015
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 17/08/2026The Timms review is hosting 15 national workshops online and in person to shape the recommendations that form part of its final report. We want Disabled people to be part of shaping these recommendations. There are 300 participant places available. Register as a participant here: buff.ly/ZtlUstRbuff.lyTimms Review: register your interest in a shaping recommendations workshopWe use some essential cookies to make this website work. 017
Rhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Appalling lack of accessible taxis in our capital city www.itv.com/news/wales/2...itv.com 000
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisabled People Against Cuts - DPAC @dis-ppl-protest.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Press Call: We’re looking for a couple of people who would be happy to speak to the Guardian journalist, Frances Ryan about the barriers they've faced when trying to go on holiday abroad because of their social care or NHS Continuing Healthcare support. I please email mail@dpac.uk.net 026
Reposted by Rhian DaviesGraeae Theatre Company @graeaetheatre.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Graeae is looking for an eclectic, rebellious gang to join a brand-new anarchic folk punk musical, directed by Jenny Sealey. We're seeking Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent: - Actor-musicians - Actor-singers - Actor-signers (BSL). Find out more: graeae.org/job/casting-... 022
Reposted by Rhian DaviesBuDS Disability Service @buds-disability.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Disability is a political hot topic and there's fake information being spread. So we've produced this handy infographic showing how many disabled people there really are in England & Wales. This is free to share to combat false narratives around disabled people. A thread 🧵 11111
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability Arts Online @disabilityarts.bsky.social · 31/07/2026🎟️ Wanting to make your events more accessible? Our Resources page has links to guides and toolkits covering theatre, music, literature and hybrid events. disabilityarts.online/resources/gu... 012
Reposted by Rhian DaviesNiwrowahaniaeth Cymru/Neurodivergence Wales @ndwales.bsky.social · 29/07/2026We're always looking to improve the Neurodivergence Wales website and make sure it's easy to use, accessible and helpful for everyone who visits. If you have a few minutes to spare, we would appreciate you sharing your thoughts. 👉 tinyurl.com/yj7mjxf5 002
Reposted by Rhian DaviesJust Fair @justfairuk.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Disabled people are being pushed into poverty by policy choices, not personal failings. New findings show many are skipping meals because of disability-related costs. It is time to recognise the right to food in domestic law.disabilitynewsservice.comFood insecurity is widespread, severe and systemic for disabled people, evidence to inquiry concludesFood insecurity* is a “widespread, severe, and systemic” issue for disabled people, with rising food costs a “significant” challenge, according to evidence submitted to an inquiry just as the gover… 011
Reposted by Rhian DaviesUnlimited @weareunlimited.bsky.social · 29/07/2026Disabled artists deserve better than this: unpaid "exposure," being the free diversity expert, access needs treated as an afterthought. Most orgs want to do better, they just never had the roadmap. So we built one. The Anti-Exploitation Academy is free and on demand: bit.ly/3YpzBzi 011
Reposted by Rhian DaviesResolution Foundation @resolutionfoundation.org · 26/07/2026Is welfare spending ''out of control''? It's estimated to be 11.1 per cent of GDP this financial year. That's just 1.1 per cent of GDP higher than in 2007-08, and total welfare spending has actually fallen by 0.9 per cent of GDP since 2012-13 ⤵️ 213293
Reposted by Rhian DaviesCitizens Advice @citizensadvice.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Every 10 seconds, Samaritans answer a call for help. We’re helping to raise awareness by reminding people that Samaritans are there 24/7 for anyone who needs someone to listen 💚 066
Reposted by Rhian DaviesEqual Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme @epev.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Heddiw, lansiwyd rhaglen Pŵer Cyfartal Llais Cyfartal 2026-27! Llongyfarchiadau i'n carfan newydd o fentoreion, y daeth llawer ohonynt ynghyd i ymuno â ni heddiw a dechrau eu taith PCLlC. 001
Reposted by Rhian DaviesEqual Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme @epev.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Today we launched the 2026 - 27 Equal Power Equal Voice programme! Congratulations to our new cohort of mentees, many of whom came together to join us today and begin their EPEV journey. 121
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Burnham’s cost-of-living steps welcomed, but disabled campaigners say he must do much more #AndyBurnham #CostOfLiving www.disabilitynewsservice.com/burnhams-cos...disabilitynewsservice.comBurnham’s cost-of-living steps welcomed, but disabled campaigners say he must do much moreDisabled campaigners have welcomed Andy Burnham’s first major policy decision – to temporarily scrap VAT on electricity bills – but say he must do much more to address disability poverty. In his fi… 076
Reposted by Rhian DaviesBoards Wales @boardswales.toot.wales.ap.brid.gy · 14/07/20265x Board member positions available at TPAS Cymru to support an organisation working for tenants in the social housing sector. It's a great team, and you'll be working with David Wilton who is one of the nicest people working in the housing sector in Wales™ […] [Original post on toot.wales] 001
Reposted by Rhian DaviesBoards Wales @boardswales.toot.wales.ap.brid.gy · 22/07/2026The WCVA is recruiting 6-7 new Trustees for the Dyfodol Fund, which will have responsibility for a £4m fund to create long-lasting benefit for voluntary organisations across Wales. Closing date 29 July boards.wales #Swyddi 002
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Frances Ryan's piece summarises a harsh reality for Disabled people. Responses to the report only highlight current negative attitudes towards Disabled people. Government's "overhaul" of PIP must reflect what is missing in the current system: dignity, hope and humanity. 011
Reposted by Rhian DaviesTransport for All @transportforall.org.uk · 16/07/2026Nothing about us without us. Five simple words, one powerful idea behind decades of Disabled rights activism. And that reminds decision-makers today that real change must be led by us. Learn more about our history: bit.ly/4h8NHOe #DisabilityPrideMonth 023
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Disabled people’s organisations raise concerns over ‘less than honest’ and ‘diluted’ PIP review report #TimmsReview #PIP #DWP www.disabilitynewsservice.com/pip-review-d...disabilitynewsservice.comPIP review: Disabled people’s organisations raise concerns over ‘less than honest’ and ‘diluted’ reportDisabled people’s organisations (DPOs) have raised grave concerns about last week’s “less than honest” report from the Timms Review and have warned that it has “diluted” disabled people’s concerns … 0109
Reposted by Rhian Davieswamesmecfs.bsky.social @wamesmecfs.bsky.social · 15/07/2026DEWISCIL in Powys can help residents with neurological and post-viral illness, who have been physically disabled by their illnesses, to communicate their needs for care and support services with Social Services. tinyurl.com/mrxx6zy6 001
Reposted by Rhian DaviesCivil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · 15/07/2026A support body in Wales is looking for further investment to build a new fund that will provide grants to local charitiescivilsociety.co.ukWelsh charity body looks to raise over £10m for grantmaking fund 001
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability Rights UK @disrightsuk.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Our Head of Policy, Fazilet Hadi, is currently giving evidence to the @commonswec.parliament.uk on flexible working and disability 💬"The burden of enforcing reasonable adjustments shouldn't be on us as Disabled people" You can watch it here 👇 parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/... 0155
Reposted by Rhian DaviesVicky Foxcroft MP @vickyfoxcroftmp.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Spoke to Sarah Montague on World at One about the Timms Review today. The findings confirm what Disabled people have been saying for years: the system is not fit for purpose. I’m glad the Gov pledges any future decisions will be made in co‑production with the people they affect. 062
Rhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 10/07/2026www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comThe Guardian view on disability benefits: Pip must not become another route for cuts | EditorialEditorial: Stronger European welfare states expose a Tory myth. Benefits can enable independence, work and growth 000
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDebbie Abrahams MP @debbieabrahamsmp.bsky.social · 10/07/2026My statement on the Timms Review's interim report. 031
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 09/07/2026The Timms Review's interim report contains a lot of nuanced analysis, echoing what Disabled people have been saying for years. Today's news coverage hasn't reflected this. Instead it's dominated by kneejerk reactions as part of more ‘welfare panic’ that demonises Disabled people. 175
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 02/07/2026BBC and Sky News fail to explain why presenters do not push back on claims of ‘spiralling welfare spending’ www.disabilitynewsservice.com/bbc-and-sky-...disabilitynewsservice.comBBC and Sky News fail to explain why presenters do not push back on claims of ‘spiralling welfare spending’Two major broadcasters have been unable to explain why key news presenters are failing to challenge politicians and commentators who repeatedly claim – wrongly – that spending on social security is… 12921
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 28/06/2026DNS is looking for examples from the last few months of broadcasters, particularly BBC News and Sky News, that have failed to challenge claims that spending on 'welfare' is spiralling out of control and needs to be cut. Examples with links to video would be most useful. Thank you! 35866
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Appeal for disability arts memories to help preserve history of a ‘cultural phenomenon’ @disabilityarts.bsky.social @heritagefunduk.bsky.social #CrippingCulture #DisabilityArts www.disabilitynewsservice.com/appeal-for-d...disabilitynewsservice.comAppeal for disability arts memories to help preserve history of a ‘cultural phenomenon’A new project is calling for people with memories and experiences of the disability arts movement to help preserve its history, with artists saying it will recognise the “vital role” the “cultural … 043
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 25/06/2026The government made cuts to the Universal Credit Health Element last year. The cuts are starting to affect Disabled people now. The Disability Poverty Campaign Group needs your help to understand the impact. Complete our survey, available in BSL and Easy Read:buff.lySurvey: cuts to the Universal Credit Health ElementThe government made cuts to the Universal Credit Health Element last year. Fill in our survey to help us understand the impact and campaign for change. 123
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 21/06/2026The government’s Access to Work scheme is plagued by multiple failings, including lengthy delays – which risk disabled people losing their jobs – poor communication, and an inaccessible process, a committee of MPs has concluded. #DWP #AccessToWork www.disabilitynewsservice.com/access-to-wo...disabilitynewsservice.comAccess to Work is plagued by multiple failings, concerned MPs hear from disabled workersThe government’s Access to Work scheme is plagued by multiple failings, including lengthy delays – which risk disabled people losing their jobs – poor communication, and an inaccessible process, a … 11213
Rhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 19/06/2026www.theguardian.com/books/2026/j...theguardian.comDisability by David Turner review – a revelatory new historyThis study of the struggle for rights includes incredible personal stories that we should all be more familiar with 000
Reposted by Rhian DaviesEqual Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme @epev.bsky.social · 16/06/2026🚨 5 days left to apply 🚨 Equal Power Equal Voice is recruiting its next cohort of mentees. Support for under-represented communities to build confidence, skills, and leadership through mentoring. Apply: epev.cymru/about/joining/ 103
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 11/06/2026DWP finally announces some funding for PIP workshops, but allows just five weeks to complete process #DWP #PIP www.disabilitynewsservice.com/dwp-finally-...disabilitynewsservice.comDWP finally announces some funding for PIP workshops, but allows just five weeks to complete processThe government has finally agreed to provide some funding for a few disabled people’s organisations to engage with its personal independence payment (PIP) review, but has given them only about a mo… 017
Reposted by Rhian DaviesEqual Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme @epev.bsky.social · 09/06/2026The clock is ticking ⌛ Wales needs decision-makers who reflect the people and communities they serve. If Equal Power Equal Voice sounds like the right opportunity for you, don’t hesitate apply now: epev.cymru/about/joining/ 102
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 28/05/2026New scheme offers a ‘bridge’ to disabled people left waiting for months by Access to Work delays #AccessToWork www.disabilitynewsservice.com/new-scheme-o...disabilitynewsservice.comNew scheme offers a ‘bridge’ to disabled people left waiting for months by Access to Work delaysA new disabled-led scheme in Wales is set to provide a “bridge for disabled people” who are facing lengthy delays with their Access to Work applications. Disabled campaigners have been raising the … 002
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 30/05/2026A groundbreaking book that uncovers the hidden histories of disabled people who fought against injustice shows disabled people are still “locked in bureaucratic battles” for support, just as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. #DisabilityHistory www.disabilitynewsservice.com/secret-histo...disabilitynewsservice.comSecret histories unearthed by author show how disabled people fought injustice through the centuriesA groundbreaking book that uncovers the hidden histories of disabled people who fought against injustice shows disabled people are still “locked in bureaucratic battles” for support, just as they w… 12111
Reposted by Rhian DaviesDisability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 06/06/2026The disability minister has been asked why he appears to have provided no funding for a plan to increase engagement among disabled people and their organisations with his review of the personal independence payment system. #DWP #PIP www.disabilitynewsservice.com/minister-is-...disabilitynewsservice.comMinister is asked why he expects disabled people to fund their own PIP review engagement eventsThe disability minister has been asked why he appears to have provided no funding for a plan to increase engagement among disabled people and their organisations with his review of the personal ind… 11113
Reposted by Rhian DaviesUK Disability History and Heritage Hub @ukdishisthub.bsky.social · 03/06/2026CFP alert: We are thrilled to announce the Call for Presenters for a hybrid event in collaboration with @britishlibrary.bsky.social! This will be taking place on 27th November 2026, with presentations happening both in-person and online. Deadline to submit your ideas is: 31st July 2026! #DisHist 22840
Reposted by Rhian DaviesUK Disability History and Heritage Hub @ukdishisthub.bsky.social · 29/05/2026👋👋 to all of our new followers! Please do check out our website and sign up to our two mailing lists: - one for our monthly events - one for our monthly news bulletin ukdishisthub.mystrikingly.comukdishisthub.mystrikingly.comUK Disability History and Heritage Hub on Strikingly 012
Reposted by Rhian DaviesUnlimited @weareunlimited.bsky.social · 27/05/2026Applications still open - we want to hear from you! 011
Reposted by Rhian DaviesEqual Power Equal Voice Mentoring Programme @epev.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Could Equal Power Equal Voice help you take your next step into public life? ✨ Join one of our upcoming Q&A sessions to find out more and get your questions answered 💬 Sign up 👉 epev.cymru/about/who/ 103
Reposted by Rhian DaviesSioned Williams AS/MS @sionedplaid.bsky.social · 13/05/2026It's an honour to be asked to serve as Deputy First Minister of Wales and Cabinet Minister for Social Justice and Equality. I look forward to taking on the important challenges of this portfolio and delivering fairness for everyone in Wales. 4224
Reposted by Rhian DaviesInclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Is your organisation planning to submit a response to the Timms Review of PIP? Inclusion London and Transport for All have created a toolkit for DDPOs to help you process caseworkers’ information and insights into an appropriate form to submit to the review. Use the toolkit 👇 121
Rhian Davies @dwrhian.bsky.social · 06/05/2026“We’ve been calling for all political parties to commit to supporting the Disabled People’s Rights Plan and to continuing and developing it further to tackle the barriers that disabled people face in everyday life” @disabilitywales.bsky.social nation.cymru/news/senedd-...nation.cymruSenedd election 2026: What are the major parties saying about human rights, social justice, and equality?Ella Groves, ICNN Senedd Reporter The Senedd election is nearly here – but where do each of the main parties do stand on social issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, disability rights, and immigration? Nation... 010