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Adrian Chiles asked his blind guide if he was aware of any charity that paired blind people with those who would like to walk with them. He says: “I hope no blind person is missing out on the simple joys of a good walk for the want of guides who may themselves be missing out on the chance to see the world better.”

A seven-year-old boy and his support dog have starred in a special edition of The Beano written for visually-impaired children. Alex McQueen, from Sutton Coldfield, and golden retriever Chance featured in Beano Presents – A Buddy For Life! The comic teamed up with charity Guide Dogs to create the special edition.

A recent BBC News article revealed delays in assessments for autism and ADHD diagnosis are leading to a lack of support for pupils in school. However, I.P.S.E.A.’s latest blog clarifies: there is no requirement to have a diagnosis in order to have SEN or a disability in law, and this should not be a barrier to getting support.

A student with cerebral palsy has found a new voice with a Walsall accent after a two-year search. Daniel Challis, who uses a communication device to speak, appealed on social media in 2022 for people with a regional accent to help.

Busy places and unexpected events used to send me into meltdown on holiday. An autism diagnosis helped me to adapt my plans and rediscover the joy of travelling, says Allie Mason is the author of The Autistic Guide to Adventure.