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Leonard Cheshire joins Microsoft's AI for Accessibility programme
We have joined Microsoft's AI for Accessibility programme to help further our efforts in supporting people with disabilities into employment. It funds projects that harness the power of AI to amplify human capability for the more than one billion...
Clapton and rock legends drum up a storm in tribute to Ginger Baker
Music fans at the Eventim Apollo Hammersmith were treated to an extraordinary night for an extraordinary musician. A star-studded tribute to legendary drummer Ginger Baker helping to raise funds for charity Leonard Cheshire.
Strictly Cymru brings dancing a-plenty to 2020
Disabled people from all over Wales have waltzed into 2020 for Strictly Cymru – the country’s renowned inclusive dance competition.
Generous family donation keeps wheels moving for local cycling scheme
Gloucestershire’s inclusive cycling scheme, ‘Wheels for All’, has gained a brand-new Tomcat ‘Dragon Trike’ thanks to a generous local donation in tribute to a dearly loved father.
New coffee shop breaks down barriers to employment
Paralympic Gold medallist Mark Colbourne MBE joined staff from disability charity Leonard Cheshire to unveil ‘Social Bean’: a coffee shop with a difference.
Universal Credit appeal ruling
Our Director of Policy Gemma Hope responds to the ruling on 28 January by the Court of Appeal that Universal Credit was discriminatory against two disabled men.
Charity welcomes ‘pawesome’ new partnership
Young disabled people will benefit from an exciting new partnership between Pets Corner and leading disability charity Leonard Cheshire.
Relaunch is a hub of activity
A relaunch for an all-ability Activity Hub in Gloucestershire has been hailed a resounding success by the organising partners.
Marathon couple light up Holehird
A mobile sensory unit has illuminated Holehird care home thanks to the fundraising efforts of super marathon couple Nick and Diane Armstrong.
Call for disabled citizen reporters
Tell your story in 2020 — that is Leonard Cheshire’s call to young people around the country.