Press releases
Our press releases cover the issues important to us as a charity and the disability sector as a whole.
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Everyone should have the right to travel
Our Director of Policy Gemma Hope explains why we're supporting Department of Transport ‘It’s Everyone’s Journey’ campaign.
Marcus Missen joins top team at Leonard Cheshire
Marcus Missen is set to join Leonard Cheshire as its new Executive Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications.
Disabled people deserve a modern accessible railway
Our Director of Policy Gemma Hope responds to yesterday's Department for Transport announcement of the Williams-Shapps Plan for Rail.
Our response to the Queen’s Speech
Responding to the Queen’s Speech on Tuesday 11 May 2021, our Director of Policy Gemma comments on the government’s various policy commitments.
Cumbrian man takes on 630 miles for his 60th
Cumbrian man John Barrett is shunning the usual 60th birthday celebrations in favour of a 630-mile hike.
Prioritising girls with disabilities' education
Our Director of Policy Gemma Hope responds to the FCDO’s recent ‘Declaration on girls’ education: recovering from COVID-19 and unlocking agenda 2030’ following G7 discussions.
Language matters. Why words hurt
Our Chief Executive Ruth Owen addresses some of the responses we've received in reaction to our Words Hurt campaign.
Shocking new research reveals the outdated and inappropriate language endured by Britain’s disabled community
Ignorance about the correct language to use when talking to people with disabilities is rife in the UK, research by charity Leonard Cheshire reveals.
We need citizen reporters 18-25 to join our change makers project
We are looking for ten young people in Belfast area to join our Change Makers project and share your voice on the issues that matter to you.
Disabled people need to be prioritised
Our Director of Policy Gemma Hope responds to the government’s announcement (21 April 2021) on ODA budget cuts and allocation.