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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Learning Disability England couldn't be more excited about the incredible, broad range of voices joining these 5 ‘Good Lives in 2036’ panel sessions! Come hear their insights, share your own in the chat, and take back ideas that matter. tinyurl.com/2z6tp9ck

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

How Support Workers defend a person's human rights each day is so important. Join Learning Disability England, partners & coproducers as we launch 'A Guide to being a Gr8 Support Worker', co-produced by self-advocates, family members, Support Workers, managers & researchers. tinyurl.com/488kejmb

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Learning Disability England and partners are hugely excited to invite YOU to help launch 'A Guide to being a Gr8 Support Worker' - everyone is welcome. Written by over 50 co-authors this is a resource co-created for Support Workers. tinyurl.com/488kejmb

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

'Shout About Sex' event this Thursday in London Learn something new, share experiences, make connections and help shape the future of support around sex, relationships and friendships with Supported Loving at Choice Support To book a free place email: claire.bates@choicesupport.org.uk

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

This project wants to know more about life since the coronavirus pandemic and how we can better support people with PMLD going forward... Can you answer a survey about different aspects of life of the person you care for? Survey link: www.pmld-survey.ac.uk/

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Learning Disability England welcomes the changes coming into effect next April, which will mean that all disabled people can travel by bus for free throughout the day. We know from listening to members that this will give people greater freedom and open up many opportunities in people's lives.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

HSSIB has published a new report looking at the safe self-administration of insulin by people with a learning disability. The report found that people with a learning disability can be harmed when they are not given the right support to manage their insulin safely. tinyurl.com/3cw4rmet

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

'Don't call me resilient' - a new report from @inclusionintl.bsky.social on people with learning disabilities and their families experiences of accessing care and support services bit.ly/4zfenFG

Group of 7 people. They are different ages and genders. 6 of them stand and 1 person sits at the front. Most of them are smiling

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Sponsoring a membership means paying for someone else's membership so that cost isn't a barrier to them getting involved. You could sponsor someone you know, or if you're an organisation, you could support several people to become members in their own right. Find out more: tinyurl.com/yykhzcdm

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Help Project CECILIA make a difference for people with learning disabilities and autistic people by taking this C(E)TR survey: bit.ly/42PuOdF

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Self advocates at Manchester People First have sat down, read through and signed the open letter that Learning Disability England members have written to government to ask them to prioritise the health of people with learning disabilities... Have you signed? Find out more: tinyurl.com/2ehzec26

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

"Avoid the heat: stay out of the sun and don’t go out between 11am and 3pm." Easy read information from Change on coping in the heatwave: tinyurl.com/3ermfuvp

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

An easy read on staying safe in the heat: tinyurl.com/w8tvunmb

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We're stronger and louder together. Let’s use that strength to call for a proper government plan of action to help people with learning disabilities live longer, healthier lives. Find out more: tinyurl.com/2ehzec26 #LearningDisabilityWeek

Bright yellow campaign graphic encouraging people to support an open letter on health inequalities for people with learning disabilities. The heading reads, "I've signed the open letter." A large white box lists three calls to the Prime Minister: create a new national programme and strategy for people with learning disabilities, tackle health inequalities, and keep everyone accountable for making change happen. On the right, a man with a learning disability gives a thumbs up. A speech bubble says, "Will YOU join me in calling for action?" Along the bottom is a group of people with and without disabilities standing together in front of a city skyline silhouette.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Better healthcare and support CAN prevent people with learning disabilities dying too soon. However, currently only 4 in 10 people with a learning disability reach their 65th birthday. Help call on the government to make a plan of action: tinyurl.com/2ehzec26

Bright yellow campaign graphic promoting an open letter to the Prime Minister. A man with Down syndrome stands on the left giving two thumbs up. In the centre, a large white panel reads: “We’ve signed the open letter” and calls on the Prime Minister to create a new national programme and strategy for people with learning disabilities, tackle health inequalities, and keep everyone accountable for making change happen. A large speech bubble on the right asks, “Will YOU sign the letter too?” Along the bottom is a diverse group of disabled and non-disabled people standing together, including wheelchair users, against a black city skyline silhouette.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Designed to support people with learning disabilities to live well in their own home, this new resource from the 'Making Positive Moves' project is all about promoting independence, confidence and positive outcomes... Link to register for the launch event: tinyurl.com/bdfwh868

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Assisted Dying Research Researchers at Kingston University, supported by the Down Syndrome Research Foundation and Mencap, are carrying out a study to hear from people with a learning disability about their views on assisted dying. Find out more/be involved: tinyurl.com/3dn5cthn

Poster from Kingston University inviting people with a learning disability to take part in a research study about assisted dying. The poster asks “Do you want to talk with us?” and explains that researchers want to speak with people with a learning disability about what assisted dying is, what they think about it, and any questions they have. It says it doesn’t matter if participants don’t know what assisted dying is. The poster includes photos of researchers and an illustration of a person in a hospital bed with someone sitting beside them. It invites interested people to email Fred Inglis at f.inglis@kingston.ac.uk
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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Phoning isn't the only way to contact your GP. You can also send your symptoms and requests through using a simple form on their website or the NHS App. More information about how to do this: nhs.uk/GPOnlineForms

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Paradigm has made the strategic decision to gift its body of work, resources, and learning to Learning Disability England, after more than two decades of pioneering person-centred development, co-production, and community‑led innovation. Full statement here: tinyurl.com/3zhanfeb

Graphic from Learning Disability England with the headline “Important News from Learning Disability England and Paradigm.” It features a quote from the Co-Chairs of Learning Disability England’s Representative Body saying that Paradigm’s tools and resources fit well with Learning Disability England’s member-led approach and will help build the movement for rights, inclusion and good lives.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Kingston University are doing a study speaking to people with a learning disability about the Assisted Dying draft bill... Find out more: tinyurl.com/3dn5cthn

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Stronger. Louder. Together. Find out about the difference that can be made when people with learning disabilities, family members, allies and paid supporters work together towards good lives for people with learning disabilities and their families... tinyurl.com/y784huxr

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Researchers from University College London are looking to hear from people with a learning disability about their experiences of NHS talking therapies, to help improve how services work. If this might be of interest to you or someone you know, take a look at the information below 👇

A colourful poster from UCL calling for research participants. It asks if you have a learning disability and have been referred to NHS talking therapy services. The study, called “Inclusive Talk,” aims to understand people’s experiences, including what helps, what makes things harder, and whether factors like age, gender, or ethnicity make a difference. Participants are asked to complete a short online survey and take part in a 60–90 minute interview, with a £75 shopping voucher offered. To take part, you must be over 18, live in the UK, and have been referred to NHS talking therapies. The poster includes an email address (inclusivetalk@ucl.ac.uk
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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

NHS Benchmarking is working with partners inc. Learning Disability England to hear from people with a learning disability and families/carers. Share your experiences of hospital or NHS services to help improve care. Have your say 👇 www.improvementstandards.nhs.uk/patient-survey

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

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.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Some of the lovely faces of attendees as the afternoon session of the Learning Disability England Being Seen, Being Heard Conference - let's get started on talking about how people with learning disabilties are being seen and heard in their communities...

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Advice from James Coney on how family members can be seen and heard for their loved ones with learning disabilties...

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Campaign Champion at My Life My Choice Anup Aphadhyaya is presenting at todays online conference on the work of the champions to help people with learning disabilities been seen and heard in Oxfordhsire...

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

This years conferences mark 10 years of Learning Disability England! 10 years of people working towards Good Lives. The online conference is underway and members are sharing memories with Learning Disability England over the last 10 years.. Do you have any to share?

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Are you coming to the Learning Disability England 'Being Seen, Being Heard' online conference today? We would love to hear your thoughts throughout the day and see screenshots of your favourite sessions! 📸 Don’t forget to tag Learning Disability England!

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

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.

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

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!

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

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 📸

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

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...

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

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... tinyurl.com/bdf748j9

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

“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: tinyurl.com/3j4cnv5v

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

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/

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

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

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

The British Institute of Human Rights has released a new Zine marking 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights and 25 years of the Human Rights Act. tinyurl.com/y382pbst

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Join Campaign 4 Change this Thursday for a clear, accessible session on staying safe online, spotting harmful or misleading information, and understanding the risks of exploitation. Open to Learning Disability England members, with carers and supporters welcome. tinyurl.com/53rz9tew

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Learning Disability England @learningdiseng.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

A new law means that once you report dangerous damp and mould, landlords must now investigate within 10 working days and then make it safe within 5 working days. To find out more about what the new law covers, visit: gov.uk/socialhousing-law

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