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Gosport mum takes on London Marathon challenge to raise vital funds for Contact

Wednesday 1 April 2026

We're delighted to introduce one of the eleven amazing people running the London Marathon for Contact later this month. Full-time carer Lauren...

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Friday 10 October 2025

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The Hope Project: Support for families with Sickle Cell Disease in Scotland

Wednesday 8 October 2025

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Tuesday 7 October 2025

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“Direct payments must cover full cost of care” say legal experts

Tuesday 7 October 2025

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Start planning for the future with confidence

Friday 3 October 2025

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Celebrating Black History Month this October

Thursday 2 October 2025

HemiHelp event - parents with young child talking to Contact team member

Contact CEO highlights SEND reform need on Sky Breakfast

Wednesday 1 October 2025

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Chancellor announces “youth guarantee” of paid work

Tuesday 30 September 2025

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Your Voice: “Families are being forced into battles they should never face”

Monday 29 September 2025

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Law Commission calls for new definition of a “disabled child”

Wednesday 24 September 2025

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Do you have an experience to share about Continuing Care?

Tuesday 23 September 2025

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Tuesday 23 September 2025

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Practical help, expert advice and festive fun all under one roof at the Liverpool Kidz to Adultz exhibition this December!

Monday 22 September 2025

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Friday 19 September 2025

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Solving the SEND crisis: Contact’s analysis

Thursday 18 September 2025

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Turning imagination into action