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Child Trust Fund campaign latest

Friday 10 May 2024

Access to Child Trust Funds for disabled children was the subject of a question in Parliament this week. Shadow Disabilities Minister, Vicky...

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Contact joins charities calling on PM candidates for immediate help for families

Friday 26 August 2022

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Contact comments on energy price cap announced by Ofgem today

Friday 26 August 2022

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Getting ready to get back to school

Thursday 25 August 2022

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Parent carer ‘over the moon’ after winning £10,000 jackpot in our weekly lottery

Wednesday 24 August 2022

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Tell us about your extra energy costs for our Cost of Living Inquiry

Tuesday 23 August 2022

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How to ensure tax credits payments for your 16-19 year old don’t stop

Friday 19 August 2022

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Family fun in the sun!

Thursday 18 August 2022

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Carer’s and Needs Assessments: What’s the difference?

Wednesday 17 August 2022

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Join 4 free online workshops for parent carers of disabled children in Scotland

Monday 15 August 2022

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Could you be paying less Council Tax?

Thursday 11 August 2022

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Consultation on EHC plan annual review timescales closes soon – Contact’s view

Wednesday 10 August 2022

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Household energy bills set to hit £4,266 next year

Tuesday 9 August 2022

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Families better off with Contact helpline’s financial advice

Tuesday 2 August 2022

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UK government sets out Energy Bill Support Scheme details

Friday 29 July 2022

Another parent carer wins £1,000 in Contact Lottery

Friday 29 July 2022

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The impact of rising petrol prices on families with disabled children

Thursday 28 July 2022

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Scottish Adult Disability Payment rolls out to more areas

Wednesday 27 July 2022

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Help paying for wheelchairs, home adaptations and more: Your top 5 questions answered

Tuesday 26 July 2022

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