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A double-decker bus with an “Onward” film advert is stopped on a rainy city street. People are visible through the bus windows; a person in a white coat stands on the pavement holding an umbrella.

24-hour free bus travel for disabled people announced

Thursday 20 August 2026

Free bus travel for disabled people in England will extend to 24 hours a day, every day, from next April, the government...
Parent in conversation with young adult child
Last chance to respond to government PIP review

Wednesday 27 May 2026
A woman and a young child with Down syndrome are sitting at a table. The child, wearing a red patterned outfit, is playing with a colorful wooden puzzle. They both appear focused and engaged in the activity.
Early Years SEND programme helps services become more inclusive and strengthens parent voice

Wednesday 27 May 2026
Two young boys are pictured side by side. The boy on the left wears a red Spider-Man shirt and smiles, sticking out his tongue. The boy on the right runs on grass, wearing a light green jumper and also smiling widely.
Meet Stanley and Eli who are roaring into action to raise funds for Contact

Saturday 23 May 2026
Two students sat at a desk in white polo shirts writing on paper pads
Contact’s response to the SEND White Paper: families’ voices must shape what happens next 

Friday 22 May 2026
A promotional image for "We See You" on Wednesday 27 May 2026 at Theatre at The Mill, with silhouettes of a family and the hashtag #CaringForChildrenWithDisabilities. Autism and Newtownabbey Borough Council logo appears.
Learn about Contact Northern Ireland at carers event

Thursday 21 May 2026
An image with the words "Thank You" written in colorful, crayon-like text. "Thank" is written in red, green, yellow, blue, and pink letters. "You" is written in orange, yellow, and dark blue letters. The background is white.
Thank you for sharing your views and experiences

Wednesday 20 May 2026
A young woman, claiming with confidence, reads a book to a smiling boy in a wheelchair. They sit together indoors, both appearing happy and fully engaged in the activity.
Contact’s campaign to improve Continuing Care support for medically complex children: the latest

Tuesday 19 May 2026
Child hanging upside down on a swing
Were you wrongly refused Child Benefit or Tax Credits?

Thursday 14 May 2026
Dan with Allegra and Dante
Register to watch back our latest Wills & Trusts webinar

Wednesday 13 May 2026
A group of children in a classroom with their arms raised. They are all wearing blue jumper school uniform.
One week left to have your say on the government’s proposed SEND reforms

Tuesday 12 May 2026
Woman in green jumper on sofa with child sitting on her lap
Have your say on unpaid carers’ rights to breaks in Scotland

Thursday 7 May 2026
A collage of three children wearing matching green dinosaur-themed shirts. One child is holding a jar of marmalade, one is holding a drawing.
Families join UK’s most unique fundraising challenge – with only 1 rule!

Thursday 7 May 2026
A woman in a white tank top and shorts playfully chases a laughing young child in a light gray shirt and white shorts through a sunny park. The scene is filled with trees and scattered sunlight, capturing a joyful moment.
Ethnic minority families face additional education barriers

Wednesday 6 May 2026
A group of children and an adult stand in a sunlit, open woodland, surrounded by trees. The adult hands something to a child, while other children with rucksacks watch. More people walk in the background among the trees.
Summer woodland workshops off to brilliant start

Friday 1 May 2026
Primary school children eating their school meal
Making sure parent voices are heard in the Schools White Paper consultation

Thursday 30 April 2026
Collage of children wearing green T-shirts with dinosaurs, participating in activities like cycling, playing, and holding papers, surrounding a central circle with the text "DinoDay Challenge for contact.
Registrations now open for the 2026 DinoDay Challenge

Thursday 30 April 2026
A smiling runner wearing sunglasses, a sunhat, and a medal poses after a race, surrounded by other participants. Union Jack flags are visible in the background, suggesting a UK event. The runner's bib reads "22416".
Contact marathon runners raise over £21,500!

Tuesday 28 April 2026
Woman wear a fight for ordinary t-shirt stands outside Parliament holding a banner above her head. The banner features the words 'Different not less''
Want to improve your campaigning skills?

Monday 27 April 2026