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Breaking down barriers to healthcare – listen to Contact’s latest podcast episode

Friday 24 October 2025

Neurodivergent and disabled young people and their families from underrepresented communities have less access to healthcare services. They have poorer health and...
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Fledglings Black Friday is here: 15% off everything!

Friday 26 November 2021
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Do you know your rights to free school transport in England?

Wednesday 24 November 2021
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More generous Universal Credit rules for working families introduced from tomorrow

Tuesday 23 November 2021
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Child Disability Payment, Scotland’s replacement for DLA, launched today

Monday 22 November 2021
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Would your child qualify for DLA higher rate mobility? Find out at our Facebook Q&A

Friday 19 November 2021
A person with glasses and blue-tinted hair is smiling beside a young child with curly hair who is also smiling. Both appear to be sitting on a couch, sharing a joyful moment together.
“I had literally no idea how dangerous a common cold could be for my newborn. I wish I’d know about RSV”

Friday 19 November 2021
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Families with disabled children left financially devastated by pandemic, new study reveals

Thursday 18 November 2021
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Scottish government extends child winter heating assistance to 16-18 year olds on PIP enhanced daily living component

Wednesday 17 November 2021
Celebrating 10 years of our special education helpline service

Tuesday 16 November 2021
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Children and Families Minister publishes open letter to parent carers in England

Wednesday 10 November 2021
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Join our Additional Learning Needs Wales webinar on 18 November

Wednesday 10 November 2021
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Nearly 250 of you have already joined our baby & toddler email group!

Tuesday 9 November 2021
Little girl in hospital bed
Is your child often in hospital? Learn how to cut down on extra costs and stress at special Facebook Q&A

Monday 8 November 2021
A child wearing a white shirt and denim jacket stands in front of a black door marked with the number 10, holding up a letter with the word "contact" visible at the top. The child smiles at the camera, appearing happy and proud.
New rules seek to stop disabled students from claiming Universal Credit

Friday 5 November 2021
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We’re dreaming big – watch our video to find out more!

Thursday 4 November 2021
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Health and care workers urged to sign up Oliver McGowan autism and learning disability training

Tuesday 2 November 2021
A child in a yellow jacket rides a balance bike on a brick path covered in autumn leaves. In the distance, on the same path, a person wearing a beige coat extends their arms towards the child. Trees with fall foliage surround the path.
Autumn is officially here – and so are sniffles and colds!

Monday 1 November 2021
A vaccine vial labeled "Coronavirus Vaccine COVID-19, Injection Only" is held by gloved hands. A syringe is being inserted into the vial to draw out the vaccine. The background is yellow.
Covid boosters and children’s vaccines now available at walk-in centres

Monday 1 November 2021