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Snowy scene of Edinburgh castle and the surrounding area.

Live in Scotland? Find an inclusive Xmas event near you!

Thursday 11 December 2025

The festive period is full of family events, but we know it can be tricky to find activities that are accessible and...
Interior of empty school bus
Government publishes updated school transport guidance

Thursday 13 July 2023
Contact Weekly Lottery banner
Congratulations to our two newest parent carer lottery winners!

Tuesday 11 July 2023
Paper chain of cut-out people
Have your say to make safeguarding work for disabled children

Monday 10 July 2023
Mum and teenage daughter reading a chemistry textbook together at home
Disabled children’s post-16 education in England: Get advice at Facebook Q&A

Friday 7 July 2023
Two young children celebrating and pointing at laptop screen
Celebrate our Weekly Lottery’s 3rd birthday with a free draw!

Wednesday 5 July 2023
Still from Contact's animation video
We’re looking for two trustees – could one of them be you?

Wednesday 5 July 2023
Child preparing for zipline with instructor at woodland adventure day
Summer activities for disabled children: your top 5 questions answered

Friday 30 June 2023
Empty classroom with rows of desks and whiteboard
Support for children missing school – share your views

Wednesday 28 June 2023
Close-up of burning gas stove
Energy costs to drop this July – but government must do more

Tuesday 27 June 2023
Girl having eye test
Free eye test boost for pupils in England special schools

Monday 26 June 2023
Screenshot from Contact's Live Q&A on mental capacity and Child Trust Funds
Rewatch our Child Trust Funds and Mental Capacity Live Q&A

Wednesday 21 June 2023
autism central logo
Autism and employment – workshop for families in London and the Midlands

Wednesday 21 June 2023
A graphic featuring logos for the Disabled Children's Partnership and Contact. A thoughtful parent sits with a hand on their head, while a bubble shows a child jumping with a ball. Text reads, "Are you able to plan for holiday clubs and your child's summer holiday activities?
Holiday clubs survey – anything planned for your disabled child this summer?

Tuesday 20 June 2023
Lots of children wearing green t-shirts who participated in the DinoDay Stomp and Roar Challenge
Our annual fundraiser DinoDay is here – join the fun!

Monday 19 June 2023
The image features the logo for Autism Central, which includes a multi-colored abstract design composed of overlapping circles in various shades of blue, pink, and purple. To the right, the text reads, "Autism Central For parents and carers.
Calling all Midlands and London families who want to find out more about autism

Friday 16 June 2023
Child preparing for zipline with instructor at woodland adventure day
Holidays and activities for disabled children: Get advice at our Facebook Q&A

Friday 16 June 2023
Mum and child smiling on a walk near a forest
Child Trust Fund campaign in the news

Thursday 15 June 2023
Picture of cancer cells
Shape government’s plans for six major health conditions

Wednesday 14 June 2023