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Free School Meals campaign shortlisted for Charity Award

Friday 17 May 2024

Contact is delighted that the free school meals campaign led by parent campaigner Natalie Hay, has been shortlisted for a Charity Award...
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Lawyers lend support to free school meals campaign

Tuesday 19 September 2023
Let’s talk about Matthew!

Thursday 14 September 2023
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Government consults on changes to benefits Work Capability Assessment

Tuesday 12 September 2023
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Parent carers take home £23k in jackpot prizes

Friday 8 September 2023
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Autumn flu and Covid vaccine programmes to start next week

Wednesday 6 September 2023
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Do you care for a child with a rare condition – join our online event on 4 October

Monday 4 September 2023
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Book your place on our Free School Meals webinar

Monday 4 September 2023
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Disabled children still excluded from school more than non-disabled peers

Wednesday 30 August 2023
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Calls intensify for energy social tariff

Friday 25 August 2023
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Contact first: Research grant awarded to investigate what deters under-represented communities from accessing health care services

Wednesday 23 August 2023
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Back to school and a change of routine

Tuesday 22 August 2023
A good reason to be kind to yourself if you’re struggling this summer holiday

Friday 18 August 2023
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Have your say on government plans to improve the lives of disabled people

Thursday 17 August 2023
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Deadline approaches to make sure tax credits payments for your 16-19 year old don’t stop

Tuesday 15 August 2023
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Calling all practitioners – did you know Contact is now certified CPD provider?

Monday 14 August 2023
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School transport for disabled children in England: top 5 questions answered

Friday 11 August 2023
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At risk children and carers in line for autumn Covid booster

Thursday 10 August 2023
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Good News on Child Trust Funds

Friday 4 August 2023