Our final awards:
Colleague Network
Community Group
Workplace Champion
The winners will be announced at our ceremony in April, hosted by Ade Adepitan ✨
scope.org.uk/awards/scope-a…
Colleague Network
Community Group
Workplace Champion
The winners will be announced at our ceremony in April, hosted by Ade Adepitan ✨
scope.org.uk/awards/scope-a…
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❄️ Our team is logging off for our holiday break, and we’ll be back on Monday 5 January.
📞 This time of year can be happy and joyful. But it can also be difficult. If you need some support, there are people you can speak to ⬇️
📞 This time of year can be happy and joyful. But it can also be difficult. If you need some support, there are people you can speak to ⬇️
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Introducing our judges for the 2026 #ScopeAwards! 🏆
We’re thrilled to have such a talented bunch working hard to choose our winners. Judging will begin when the shortlist is announced in February, but for now, let’s hear it for our wonderful panel 👇
We’re thrilled to have such a talented bunch working hard to choose our winners. Judging will begin when the shortlist is announced in February, but for now, let’s hear it for our wonderful panel 👇
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Nearly half of disabled people in the UK feel it’s harder to get or keep a job, and to progress in their careers.
This comes from new research by the Business Disability Forum.
This comes from new research by the Business Disability Forum.
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Across the UK, disabled people are facing rising costs and changes to benefits. Many are being pushed into poverty.
Nada, a single mum and social worker, was suddenly struck by chronic pain. This forced her to leave her job and face financial hardship.
Nada, a single mum and social worker, was suddenly struck by chronic pain. This forced her to leave her job and face financial hardship.
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Would you work the rest of 2025 for free? 📅
Today is Disability Pay Gap Day, meaning that's effectively what disabled workers will do.
@The_TUC found that disabled workers, on average, earn £4,081 less than non-disabled workers. The equivalent of 49 days without pay.
Today is Disability Pay Gap Day, meaning that's effectively what disabled workers will do.
@The_TUC found that disabled workers, on average, earn £4,081 less than non-disabled workers. The equivalent of 49 days without pay.
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💢 Disabled people are being hit by benefit cuts, negative attitudes, and employment barriers like we're Joe Marler's head.
It's time to change the game 🏰
It's time to change the game 🏰
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There are a million disabled people who want to work but are denied the opportunity.
Sir Charlie Mayfield’s new report highlights many of the barriers they face 🚧
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
Sir Charlie Mayfield’s new report highlights many of the barriers they face 🚧
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
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This Halloween, we're challenging these lazy tropes and stereotypes.
Films shouldn't reinforce the negative attitudes holding disabled people back.
Let’s make space for disabled voices, authentic characters, and inclusive scares 🦇
And on that note, your annual reminder ⬇️
Films shouldn't reinforce the negative attitudes holding disabled people back.
Let’s make space for disabled voices, authentic characters, and inclusive scares 🦇
And on that note, your annual reminder ⬇️
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From silent films to slasher flicks, disability is often used as a shortcut to scare.
We're portrayed as villains or monsters. And violently vengeful or bad omens.
We're portrayed as villains or monsters. And violently vengeful or bad omens.
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🎃 Scary stories are part of Halloween.
But scarier still are the stereotypes horror films have used to portray disability.
Let's talk about it 🧵
But scarier still are the stereotypes horror films have used to portray disability.
Let's talk about it 🧵
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You may have seen rumours about the future of the Motability scheme.
So far, the government has not confirmed any changes.
But let's be clear. Life already costs more when you're disabled.
Making Motability harder to access or afford will rob freedom from disabled people ❌
So far, the government has not confirmed any changes.
But let's be clear. Life already costs more when you're disabled.
Making Motability harder to access or afford will rob freedom from disabled people ❌
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👟 Why buy a pair of shoes if you only need one? Well, for many disabled people, it’s the only option.
Paralympian Stef Reid is asking retailers to make this easier.
“I want retailers to match their inclusive imagery with the actual buying experience.”
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
Paralympian Stef Reid is asking retailers to make this easier.
“I want retailers to match their inclusive imagery with the actual buying experience.”
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
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The disability employment rate has not improved since 2019. Why is that?
There are so many disabled people who can and want to work but face barriers to employment. Such as the negative attitudes of employers and a lack of flexibility.
There are so many disabled people who can and want to work but face barriers to employment. Such as the negative attitudes of employers and a lack of flexibility.
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‘Too young’ to be disabled? There's no such thing!
You can be disabled from birth, or became disabled at any age.
And wherever you are, you have every right to ask for what you need. Whether you’re starting at uni, looking for a new job, or just living your life.
You can be disabled from birth, or became disabled at any age.
And wherever you are, you have every right to ask for what you need. Whether you’re starting at uni, looking for a new job, or just living your life.
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Travelling by tube can be tricky for disabled people. And negative attitudes from other passengers can make the problem worse.
@TfL are trialling a new approach to change this, getting more passengers to offer priority seats to those who need them most.
metro.co.uk/2025/09/16/pre…
@TfL are trialling a new approach to change this, getting more passengers to offer priority seats to those who need them most.
metro.co.uk/2025/09/16/pre…
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Disability isn't something to feel awkward about. For 1 in 4 of us, it’s just part of our everyday lives.
What makes things harder are the barriers around us.
Changing that starts with talking about it. By listening to disabled people, and by being willing to learn.
What makes things harder are the barriers around us.
Changing that starts with talking about it. By listening to disabled people, and by being willing to learn.
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🚨 New research from @TrussellTrust reveals something alarming:
3 in 4 people referred to Trussell food banks are disabled.
It's a tough statistic to comprehend. But it's the tougher reality facing many disabled people in poverty.
3 in 4 people referred to Trussell food banks are disabled.
It's a tough statistic to comprehend. But it's the tougher reality facing many disabled people in poverty.
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Nominate your equality champions!
Nominations for the Scope Awards close this Sunday, 14 September. Let us know who you think deserves some recognition for their work in promoting disability equality 💜
scope.org.uk/awards
Nominations for the Scope Awards close this Sunday, 14 September. Let us know who you think deserves some recognition for their work in promoting disability equality 💜
scope.org.uk/awards
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📣 We don’t need your pity.
We need solidarity, action, and equality.
Allyship means listening to disabled voices and learning from them.
It means challenging ableism and inaccessibility, and fighting for equality and justice.
Pity leaves us behind. Allyship moves us forward.
We need solidarity, action, and equality.
Allyship means listening to disabled voices and learning from them.
It means challenging ableism and inaccessibility, and fighting for equality and justice.
Pity leaves us behind. Allyship moves us forward.
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On a date. At work. Starting a new class.
When you're deciding what to tell people about your condition or impairment - that's up to you.
Curiosity is no excuse for intrusion ❌
When you're deciding what to tell people about your condition or impairment - that's up to you.
Curiosity is no excuse for intrusion ❌
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💡 Energy bills are set to rise yet again.
It's another increase that disabled people simply can't afford.
Samantha keeps foil blankets on hand for emergencies, like her energy supply being cut off because she can't afford it.
"You end up just being quiet and suffering."
It's another increase that disabled people simply can't afford.
Samantha keeps foil blankets on hand for emergencies, like her energy supply being cut off because she can't afford it.
"You end up just being quiet and suffering."
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The fuel poverty gap has nearly doubled since 2020.
Millions of people across the country cannot afford the energy they need to live healthily.
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
Millions of people across the country cannot afford the energy they need to live healthily.
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
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“It’s not just ramps, lifts, or hearing loops that make a destination truly accessible. It’s how a place makes you feel.”
Here’s how travelling can become a more positive experience for disabled people, as told by @CarrieALightley 🌎
cntraveller.com/article/what-m…
Here’s how travelling can become a more positive experience for disabled people, as told by @CarrieALightley 🌎
cntraveller.com/article/what-m…
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🎙️ Podcasts, film, radio, TV. Anywhere you’ve seen or heard a powerful moment of disability equality in the media, we want to know about it!
Nominate your favourite Media Moment for a Scope Award before Sunday 14 September 💜
scope.org.uk/awards/how-to-…
Nominate your favourite Media Moment for a Scope Award before Sunday 14 September 💜
scope.org.uk/awards/how-to-…
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🛑 More than a million disabled people in the UK can and want to work but are denied the chance.
Not because they lack skills or ambition.
But because of inaccessible workplaces, negative attitudes, and systems not designed for them.
❌ It’s inequality.
Not because they lack skills or ambition.
But because of inaccessible workplaces, negative attitudes, and systems not designed for them.
❌ It’s inequality.
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Ready to run for disability equality?
Lace up with #TeamScope for the iconic 2026 TCS London Marathon. And join our movement for change 👇
scope.org.uk/events/london-…
Lace up with #TeamScope for the iconic 2026 TCS London Marathon. And join our movement for change 👇
scope.org.uk/events/london-…
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Disability Pride Month may be just July. But Disability Pride is a vibe for the whole year.
It matters, for everyone. So we’ll keep fighting for it 💜
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, @Adam_Pearson ✨
It matters, for everyone. So we’ll keep fighting for it 💜
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, @Adam_Pearson ✨
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✨ “Every one of us deserves to feel proud.”
At our Disability Pride Month event at the Senedd, we had the privilege of hearing from Steph about her employment journey. This section of her speech had many of us feeling emotional.
Thank you, Steph 💜
At our Disability Pride Month event at the Senedd, we had the privilege of hearing from Steph about her employment journey. This section of her speech had many of us feeling emotional.
Thank you, Steph 💜
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Come with us to the V&A! ✨
We visited the Design and Disability exhibition with Jameisha Prescod, to see the incredible work on display by disabled artists and creators.
The whole exhibition is also very accessible, including BSL videos, seating, and spacious layout.
@V_and_A
We visited the Design and Disability exhibition with Jameisha Prescod, to see the incredible work on display by disabled artists and creators.
The whole exhibition is also very accessible, including BSL videos, seating, and spacious layout.
@V_and_A
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Nominations are open for the 2026 #ScopeAwards! ✨
Who are the disability equality champions you want to celebrate?
Submit your nomination today at our website!
scope.org.uk/awards
With thanks to @TumiSotire for this lovely video 💜
Who are the disability equality champions you want to celebrate?
Submit your nomination today at our website!
scope.org.uk/awards
With thanks to @TumiSotire for this lovely video 💜
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🚨MPs will vote again today on the Universal Credit (UC) Bill, which proposes devastating cuts to UC.
MPs email inboxes have been filled by campaigners. And it's been working. But we can't stop now.
We still have the power to influence their votes.
MPs email inboxes have been filled by campaigners. And it's been working. But we can't stop now.
We still have the power to influence their votes.
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Disability benefits are a lifeline for disabled people who face extra costs.
Yet the government plans to slash them ✂️
As @Adam_Pearson said at the Scope Awards in May, they aren't a 'perk'. They're vital.
Yet the government plans to slash them ✂️
As @Adam_Pearson said at the Scope Awards in May, they aren't a 'perk'. They're vital.
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Despite pausing plans to cut PIP, the government is continuing with devastating cuts to Universal Credit ✂️
This will still plunge many more disabled people into poverty.
We urge the government to withdraw the bill. And co-produce reforms with disabled people.
This will still plunge many more disabled people into poverty.
We urge the government to withdraw the bill. And co-produce reforms with disabled people.
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✂ The Universal Credit (UC) and PIP Bill no longer includes PIP.
And it's thanks to all who united against cuts to disability benefits.
But it's not over yet. Cuts to UC will still plunge disabled people into poverty.
We can't accept that. We won't. And neither should you ❌
And it's thanks to all who united against cuts to disability benefits.
But it's not over yet. Cuts to UC will still plunge disabled people into poverty.
We can't accept that. We won't. And neither should you ❌
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🚨 Reminder: cuts to disability benefits affect everyone.
You might not need disability benefits today. Or tomorrow.
But you can become disabled at any time and find yourself in need of a financial safety net.
You might not need disability benefits today. Or tomorrow.
But you can become disabled at any time and find yourself in need of a financial safety net.
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The government is still making devastating cuts to Universal Credit (UC)✂️
UC is a lifeline for disabled people who face huge extra costs but aren't able to work.
📢 The government must withdraw the bill. And co-produce all disability benefit reforms with disabled people.
UC is a lifeline for disabled people who face huge extra costs but aren't able to work.
📢 The government must withdraw the bill. And co-produce all disability benefit reforms with disabled people.
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Did you know that Disability Pride Month has its own flag? It was designed and with accessibility in mind, reflecting the varied experiences of disabled people.
You'll see it in our content throughout the month, sharing what Disability Pride means to our community.
You'll see it in our content throughout the month, sharing what Disability Pride means to our community.
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Disability Pride Month begins today✨
Now in its 35th year, this is time to celebrate the creativity, resilience, and achievements of disabled people.
It's a chance to embrace disability identity positively, and challenge the negative attitudes that hold disabled people back.
Now in its 35th year, this is time to celebrate the creativity, resilience, and achievements of disabled people.
It's a chance to embrace disability identity positively, and challenge the negative attitudes that hold disabled people back.
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Life costs more for disabled people. And the costs are rising 📈
In 2025, disabled households would need an extra £1,095 per month to have the same standard of living as non-disabled households.
This is called the #DisabilityPriceTag 💷
In 2025, disabled households would need an extra £1,095 per month to have the same standard of living as non-disabled households.
This is called the #DisabilityPriceTag 💷
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We showed Larry the Downing Street cat our petition yesterday 📦
He gave it a sniff, a stare, and (we think) his full support 🐱
101,025 people told the government the cost of cuts is catastrophic - no pun intended.
He gave it a sniff, a stare, and (we think) his full support 🐱
101,025 people told the government the cost of cuts is catastrophic - no pun intended.
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Today, we handed in over 100,000 petition signatures to 10 Downing Street 📋
It’s a clear message to the government: the cost of cuts is catastrophic ✂️
It’s a clear message to the government: the cost of cuts is catastrophic ✂️
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Attitudes and language like this are never acceptable.
We’re pleased to see that the team at the BBC have taken this incident so seriously.
We hope Mr Borthwick takes this opportunity to get to know the reality of disabled people’s lives.
theguardian.com/media/2025/jun…
We’re pleased to see that the team at the BBC have taken this incident so seriously.
We hope Mr Borthwick takes this opportunity to get to know the reality of disabled people’s lives.
theguardian.com/media/2025/jun…
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❌ Disabled people risk being pushed into poverty by changes to the benefits system designed to support them.
✂ Cuts to disability benefits won’t just reduce income. They’ll take away independence, stability, and dignity.
Rose is right. We need a system that lifts people up.
✂ Cuts to disability benefits won’t just reduce income. They’ll take away independence, stability, and dignity.
Rose is right. We need a system that lifts people up.
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Why do we as a disability equality charity recognise LGBTQ+ Pride month? 🏳️🌈
Because equality for ALL disabled people is at the heart of everything we do. That includes LGBTQ+ disabled people.
Because equality for ALL disabled people is at the heart of everything we do. That includes LGBTQ+ disabled people.
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We absolutely loved welcoming so many incredible people to the #ScopeAwards last week! ✨
From our judges to our fabulous host @Adam_Pearson, and all the brilliant nominees and winners, it was an honour to have you with us, in the room or on the livestream 💜
From our judges to our fabulous host @Adam_Pearson, and all the brilliant nominees and winners, it was an honour to have you with us, in the room or on the livestream 💜
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"We are all involved in making the world a better place."
@TumiSotire gave us this lovely message of hope at last night's #ScopeAwards, reminding us that we are stronger together 💜
Thank you for your message, Tumi, and congratulations again to all our nominees and winners 👏
@TumiSotire gave us this lovely message of hope at last night's #ScopeAwards, reminding us that we are stronger together 💜
Thank you for your message, Tumi, and congratulations again to all our nominees and winners 👏
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And that's a wrap!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 #ScopeAwards, whether in the room or on our livestream.
The hard work continues. But we're incredibly proud to celebrate such dedicated, creative, and passionate disability equality champions 💜
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 #ScopeAwards, whether in the room or on our livestream.
The hard work continues. But we're incredibly proud to celebrate such dedicated, creative, and passionate disability equality champions 💜
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This year's Media Moment is The Assembly 📺
In this half-hour special, actor Michael Sheen faced the grilling of a lifetime from 35 disabled interviewers.
It's a powerful show that resonated with viewers and challenged perceptions 🙌
#ScopeAwards @RockerdaleTweet
In this half-hour special, actor Michael Sheen faced the grilling of a lifetime from 35 disabled interviewers.
It's a powerful show that resonated with viewers and challenged perceptions 🙌
#ScopeAwards @RockerdaleTweet
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This year's Purple Pioneer winner is Dr Steph Blanco! 🎉
Steph is a fierce advocate for disabled Higher Education students, and promotes inclusion and awareness in her consultancy work 💜
#ScopeAwards
Steph is a fierce advocate for disabled Higher Education students, and promotes inclusion and awareness in her consultancy work 💜
#ScopeAwards
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Our Community Group award goes to @reverse_the_ban! 🤝
This group of disabled volunteers and allies campaigned for years to make York more accessible, lifting the permanent ban on blue badge holders parking in the city centre.
Amazing work!
#ScopeAwards
This group of disabled volunteers and allies campaigned for years to make York more accessible, lifting the permanent ban on blue badge holders parking in the city centre.
Amazing work!
#ScopeAwards
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This year's Accessible Product award goes to Tailo by Estendio 📕
Tailo is a groundbreaking reading platform designed for neurodivergent students, empowering them with tools that break down learning barriers.
Congratulations to the Estendio team! 👏
#ScopeAwards
Tailo is a groundbreaking reading platform designed for neurodivergent students, empowering them with tools that break down learning barriers.
Congratulations to the Estendio team! 👏
#ScopeAwards
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Our 2025 Celebrity Role Model is @ChrisMccausland!
As winner of Strictly Come Dancing, Chris showed, in his own words, "with opportunity, support and determination, anything can happen" 💜
You're a superstar, Chris! 🌟
#ScopeAwards
As winner of Strictly Come Dancing, Chris showed, in his own words, "with opportunity, support and determination, anything can happen" 💜
You're a superstar, Chris! 🌟
#ScopeAwards
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He might be a Hollywood star but that doesn't stop @Adam_Pearson getting roasted by @ImIsaacHarvey 😂
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The winner of Inclusive Workplace is @InkfireLimited 🎉
Inkfire is a creative agency led entirely by disabled people.
Working globally, they have dismantled barriers to inclusion, showing that accessibility drives creativity and innovation 💪
#ScopeAwards
Inkfire is a creative agency led entirely by disabled people.
Working globally, they have dismantled barriers to inclusion, showing that accessibility drives creativity and innovation 💪
#ScopeAwards
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Our 2025 Social Media Influencer winner is @TumiSotire 🙌
As founder of The Black Dyspraxic, Tumi is a champion for inclusion and empowerment within neurodiverse communities. You can find him on LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram 📱
Well done, Tumi!
#ScopeAwards
As founder of The Black Dyspraxic, Tumi is a champion for inclusion and empowerment within neurodiverse communities. You can find him on LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram 📱
Well done, Tumi!
#ScopeAwards
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Our Journalist award goes to @DrFrancesRyan ✏️
Frances has been a key voice in holding governments to account on disability benefits reform. And her new book 'Who Wants Normal?' is a fresh look at life as a disabled woman.
Congratulations, Frances! ❤️
#ScopeAwards
Frances has been a key voice in holding governments to account on disability benefits reform. And her new book 'Who Wants Normal?' is a fresh look at life as a disabled woman.
Congratulations, Frances! ❤️
#ScopeAwards
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The winner of Marketing Campaign is @CrohnsColitisUK 🏆
Their powerful ‘Cut the Crap’ campaign helped many people seek a diagnosis, ending the stigma and confusion around Chron’s disease and Colitis.
Well done, team! 👏
#ScopeAwards
Their powerful ‘Cut the Crap’ campaign helped many people seek a diagnosis, ending the stigma and confusion around Chron’s disease and Colitis.
Well done, team! 👏
#ScopeAwards
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And we’re off!
The #ScopeAwards are underway. We’ll be announcing our winners here over the next few hours.
You can also tune in live on our website here 👇
scope.org.uk/awards/stream
The #ScopeAwards are underway. We’ll be announcing our winners here over the next few hours.
You can also tune in live on our website here 👇
scope.org.uk/awards/stream
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Today’s the day! We’re busy getting ready to welcome you all to the 2025 #ScopeAwards ✨
We’re so excited to be joined by some truly brilliant nominees. Stay tuned to find out who’ll be going home with one of our fabulous trophies!
Watch live from 5pm 👇
scope.org.uk/awards/stream
We’re so excited to be joined by some truly brilliant nominees. Stay tuned to find out who’ll be going home with one of our fabulous trophies!
Watch live from 5pm 👇
scope.org.uk/awards/stream
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Cuts to disability benefits will push 250,000 people into poverty, including 50,000 children. Let that sink in.
Disabled people already experience higher levels of poverty compared to non-disabled people. Cuts to benefits will make this worse ✂️
It’s entirely unacceptable.
Disabled people already experience higher levels of poverty compared to non-disabled people. Cuts to benefits will make this worse ✂️
It’s entirely unacceptable.
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Disability benefits are a lifeline.
And cutting them won't help disabled people into work, or with the extra costs they face.
It's nonsense.
This week, our Strategy Director, James, told the government's Work and Pensions Committee just that 💬
And cutting them won't help disabled people into work, or with the extra costs they face.
It's nonsense.
This week, our Strategy Director, James, told the government's Work and Pensions Committee just that 💬
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According to our friends at @TrussellUK, 3 in every 4 people using their food banks are either disabled or live with someone who is.
And their analysis of government data shows that a shocking 3 million disabled people are facing hunger.
And their analysis of government data shows that a shocking 3 million disabled people are facing hunger.
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Together, over 100 marathon superstars have raised more than £325,000 for Scope.
And every penny helps fund our work towards an equal future with disabled people 💜
And every penny helps fund our work towards an equal future with disabled people 💜
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26.2 miles for disability equality ✔️
There aren’t enough words in the dictionary to express how thankful we are to #TeamScope.
The most incredible collective of runners, fundraisers, volunteers, and supporters 💕
There aren’t enough words in the dictionary to express how thankful we are to #TeamScope.
The most incredible collective of runners, fundraisers, volunteers, and supporters 💕
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What an amazing day at the London Marathon! 💜 A huge thank you to our incredible #TeamScope runners.
You went the distance and made every step count. We're so proud of you! 🏅#LondonMarathon
You went the distance and made every step count. We're so proud of you! 🏅#LondonMarathon
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We're all set up here at the London Marathon to cheer on our amazing #TeamScope runners! 🎉💜
Look out for the purple shirts and the loudest cheers at miles 3 and 23! 🙌 #LondonMarathon
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✍️ Disability benefits are a lifeline. They help to counteract the massive extra costs that disabled people face.
They aren't "perverse incentives that drive people into welfare dependency" ❌
They aren't "perverse incentives that drive people into welfare dependency" ❌
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Should businesses be doing more to make their websites accessible? 🤔
We think so.
According to @webaim, almost 95% of website homepages contain barriers to disabled people.
The most common ones are low text contrast and missing alt text on images.
We think so.
According to @webaim, almost 95% of website homepages contain barriers to disabled people.
The most common ones are low text contrast and missing alt text on images.
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Huge cuts to disability benefits were announced this month.
And the government’s own impact assessment confirms just how devastating these changes would be.
James Taylor, our executive director, joined Sky News this week to highlight this ⬇️
And the government’s own impact assessment confirms just how devastating these changes would be.
James Taylor, our executive director, joined Sky News this week to highlight this ⬇️
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Lots of people are worried about the government's plans to cut disability benefits.
We’ve answered some of your most common questions to help make sense of these proposals 🤔❓
We're also keeping our site updated with the most up-to-date information: brnw.ch/scopebenefits🔗
We’ve answered some of your most common questions to help make sense of these proposals 🤔❓
We're also keeping our site updated with the most up-to-date information: brnw.ch/scopebenefits🔗
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✂️ The government wants to cut £5billion a year from the benefits system by 2030.
It’s time to keep the pressure on and oppose these shameful plans.
It’s time to keep the pressure on and oppose these shameful plans.
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🗓️ This week, the government is expected to reveal details about proposed cuts to disability benefits.
But your voices are helping. And we need to keep the pressure on.
But your voices are helping. And we need to keep the pressure on.
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📣 More MPs are starting to speak out against cuts to disability benefits.
Make sure your MP is one of them.
You can ask them to meet with us to learn more about why disability benefits are a vital lifeline. And what action they should take 🧵
Make sure your MP is one of them.
You can ask them to meet with us to learn more about why disability benefits are a vital lifeline. And what action they should take 🧵
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Is the benefits system broken and in need of reform? Absolutely.
But cutting disability benefits is not the answer ❌
Disabled people like Thirugnanam would be severely affected by cuts.
But cutting disability benefits is not the answer ❌
Disabled people like Thirugnanam would be severely affected by cuts.
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The benefits system is unfair. But it’s not for the reasons the Prime Minister suggests.
It’s unfair that disabled people have to fight for the right outcome.
It’s unfair that disabled people still face extra costs, even after receiving benefits.
It’s unfair that disabled people have to fight for the right outcome.
It’s unfair that disabled people still face extra costs, even after receiving benefits.
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Cutting disability benefits would have a catastrophic impact, pushing more people into poverty.
🖊️ We’re one of 16 charities that wrote to the Chancellor yesterday, urging her to think again before imposing cuts.
🖊️ We’re one of 16 charities that wrote to the Chancellor yesterday, urging her to think again before imposing cuts.
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“We do need to reform the system… but not like this.” 💬
@ShaniDhanda was not holding back on @GMB, as she discussed rumoured changes to disability benefits.
@ShaniDhanda was not holding back on @GMB, as she discussed rumoured changes to disability benefits.
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The Chancellor has a choice.
Cut benefits and increase poverty, or invest in an equal future for disabled people.
Making the wrong choice will have a devastating impact on disabled people and their families.
Cut benefits and increase poverty, or invest in an equal future for disabled people.
Making the wrong choice will have a devastating impact on disabled people and their families.
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💬 “I feel abandoned by the Government during these discussions around cutting disability benefits. I don’t think they care, and it makes me feel insignificant.”
Read Naomi's full story on our website 🔗
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
Read Naomi's full story on our website 🔗
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
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Introducing the 2025 Scope Awards nominees! 🏆
We’re in awe of your talent, dedication, and passion for disability equality. And we can’t wait to celebrate you all at the ceremony in May 💜
For the full shortlist, visit scope.org.uk/awards
We’re in awe of your talent, dedication, and passion for disability equality. And we can’t wait to celebrate you all at the ceremony in May 💜
For the full shortlist, visit scope.org.uk/awards
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We’re delighted to welcome Evri as headline sponsor for the 2025 #ScopeAwards 💜
Thank you for joining us to make this year’s Awards happen, and for your commitment to disability equality!
Stay tuned for a very exciting announcement coming next week 👀
Thank you for joining us to make this year’s Awards happen, and for your commitment to disability equality!
Stay tuned for a very exciting announcement coming next week 👀
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📰 The news around benefits can be pretty overwhelming. Especially now, while we wait for the government’s consultation.
There’s a steady stream of headlines, often negative or misleading. And the fact that nothing is confirmed doesn’t help to ease anxiety 🧵
There’s a steady stream of headlines, often negative or misleading. And the fact that nothing is confirmed doesn’t help to ease anxiety 🧵
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💬"It's not a lifestyle choice to live on benefits, and I hate it. But what other choice do I have?"
Janine talks about the extra costs she faces, and potential cuts to disability benefits would cost her.
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
Janine talks about the extra costs she faces, and potential cuts to disability benefits would cost her.
scope.org.uk/news-and-stori…
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Roses are red, violets are blue, if you think we’re undateable, shame on you!
Disabled people regularly feel excluded from conversations surrounding sex and relationships. And we shouldn’t be.
We deserve to be loved, feel desirable, and enjoy relationships if we want to 😊
Disabled people regularly feel excluded from conversations surrounding sex and relationships. And we shouldn’t be.
We deserve to be loved, feel desirable, and enjoy relationships if we want to 😊
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After years of rising costs, disabled people are already on the brink.
Almost half of families in poverty include someone who is disabled.
Cuts to disability benefits would be catastrophic.
It’s time to act
➡️campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/165719/pe…
Almost half of families in poverty include someone who is disabled.
Cuts to disability benefits would be catastrophic.
It’s time to act
➡️campaigns.scope.org.uk/page/165719/pe…
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Accessible entrances, accessible toilets that aren't used as a stock cupboard, and designated accessible parking nearby you say?
Sounds like music to our ears... a love story you could say 😌
Sounds like music to our ears... a love story you could say 😌
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Today we’re at Parliament with campaigners and supporters to mark #IDPD2024.
8 in 10 disabled people feel that politicians are out of touch with their lives.
So we’re here to speak to MPs about some of the issues disabled people face 🧵
8 in 10 disabled people feel that politicians are out of touch with their lives.
So we’re here to speak to MPs about some of the issues disabled people face 🧵
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