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One of Birmingham’s most well-known barbers says his disability has only made him stronger, as he continues his incredible success story. Kaycie Francis, who works at Smokey Barbers in the city’s Primark store, was born with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects the way he walks.

More children than ever are being home-schooled in England, according to new figures, prompting ministers to launch an investigation into how many are missing out on education.

A woman with Down’s syndrome fighting against abortion laws says she is taking her case to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). Heidi Crowter previously challenged legislation allowing foetuses with the condition to be aborted up until birth.

The rollout of new charging points for electric vehicles is stripping vital pavement space away from pedestrians and wheelchair users, two campaigning organisations have warned the government. They also warn that almost none of the electric vehicle charging points (EVCPs) being installed are accessible to disabled drivers.

More than six million people with disabilities will receive their next cost-of-living payment between 20 June and 4 July, the government has said. The payment is designed to be a top-up to benefits to help ease the strain from higher bills and prices.