All people with learning disabilities will now be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has advised the Government and NHS that all people on ...

As a teacher, you want all of your students to reach their academic potential. However, not everyone learns at the same pace or in the same way. That means you need to be prepared to provide ...

The safety of people with learning disabilities in England is being compromised when they are admitted to hospital, a watchdog says. The Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) reviewed the ...

Statement 1 Local authorities and clinical commissioning groups jointly choose a lead person to oversee strategic commissioning of services for all people with a learning disability. [new 2019] ...

People of all ages with all levels of learning disabilities can be affected by mental health problems. When a person is not able to describe or express their distress, and when they have coexisting ...

People with learning disabilities, particularly those with Down's syndrome, are at increased risk of developing dementia. If a person with a learning disability develops dementia, they will face ...

Helen Gill, founder of the Monday Night Club, has received the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King's New Year Honours List ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

If they do find a partner, it can be logistically difficult to sustain the relationship and they can face judgement from ...