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A couple who met at a charity’s inclusivity event and fell in love have become the subject of a Christmas advert celebrating disabled artists. The ad created by Triple C, a gateway organisation for deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent (DDN) people’s access to the arts and media, tells the tale of inclusive love.

Sony has teamed up with accessibility experts to release a PlayStation 5 controller for disabled gamers. The Access Controller is a “highly customisable kit” of different buttons, triggers and sticks that lets players create a set-up that suits their needs.

The world of Doctor Who has been brought to life for blind and visually impaired people thanks to a fundraising campaign by a fan from Bradford. Louis Moorhouse, 22, lost his sight as a child as a result of complications from cancer. The lifelong Whovian raised nearly £25,000 for charity Living Paintings to help create tactile images and accompanying audio of the show’s world.

BBC Young Reporter Competition winner Millie is raising awareness about the vital support these dogs offer as well as the challenges faced. It comes after Millie’s plans to experience freshers’ year with the canine support of Reggie ended when he did not pass the training. Here, they share their story and speak to two students who have experienced campus life with their dogs.

A deaf man named Farid Alimardani was “shocked” when he was offered a job at Waitrose, complete with a personal sign language interpreter. He’s now training to become a wine expert and is preparing for a busy Christmas season. Farid, from Westminster, started working in the fruit and vegetable aisle at the Belgravia Waitrose five years ago. His interpreter and close friend, Emma Thomas, 39, from Hove, helps him communicate with customers.