Published: January 20, 2014
In the last edition of Lothian Disability News, we published information about a new peer support group taking place for disabled people in Midlothian who are affected by welfare reform…
Published: January 14, 2014
From the 13th of January 2014, anyone currently receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA) can no longer make a reclaim to have their award reassessed under DLA guidelines as could be…
Published: December 20, 2013
Grapevine have been made aware of brand new resources from The Action Group which give user friendly information on how to approach Employment Support Allowance (ESA). All Incapacity Benefit claimants…
Published: December 6, 2013
Here’s the latest edition of Lothian Disability News Newsletter Winter 2013. In it you will find articles featuring: Personal Independence Payment updates and the new DWP appeals system. Article from…
Published: December 3, 2013
When Craig first left school he found there was a lack of resources and knowledge about opportunities out there to help young disabled people pursue their goals. Thankfully he got…
Published: November 21, 2013
Thinking about getting a job? Want to know how your benefits could be affected? Check out this latest factsheet with the basics on employment and benefits from Grapevine the Lothian…
Published: November 6, 2013
LCiL welcomes the decision by the court of appeal to overturn the government’s decision to abolish the Independent Living Fund FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Five disabled people who took the case…
Published: October 31, 2013
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) announces delays to the roll out of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) All disabled people living in Scotland who currently receive Disability Living Allowance…