June 2023

NEW RELIEFS FOR WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VEHICLES

The Blanchardstown Centre For Independent Living welcomes the news that the Minister for Finance Michael McGrath, TD has signed regulations that establishes a fourth category of reliefs in the Disabled Drivers and Disabled Passengers Scheme, for people with disabilities who require complex and significant adaptions to their vehicles to enable in-vehicle wheelchair access. The new

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“Shameful, that disabled individuals are denied the right to access transport supports”,- Ombudsman stated…

Ombudsman Ger Deering noted that it is shameful that disabled individuals are still denied the necessary government assistance to access personal transportation. This is despite a commitment made more than a decade ago to establish a proper support scheme. Reports from various government departments have highlighted the need for such support. Speaking at the publication

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Inclusion Ireland released codes of practice for Self – Advocates.

Inclusion Ireland released codes of practice for Self – Advocates Inclusion Ireland complies with the Governance Code for Charity Organisations as set out by the Charity Regulator in Ireland. The Code of Practice is designed for self-advocates and those with cognitive disabilities who are preparing for an interview. It will help them know what to expect

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BCIL is holding a fundraising event – Wild Atlantic Way Static Cycle, to support people with disabilities in local area

BCIL is holding a fund-raising event for the benefit of the local area on June 22 at the Shopping Centre in Blanchardstown. The public is invited to participate in the event and show their solidarity with the organization by participating in the static bike ride. BCIL’s fundraising initiative, Static Bike Cycle the #WildAtlanticWay, supports individuals

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DFI has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the crisis affecting services for disabled individuals

DFI has launched an email campaign for those concerned about the ongoing viability of disabled services. The DFI (Disability Federation of Ireland) and BCIL are asking members of the public to take action to address the crisis that affects services for those with disabilities. This is due to the ongoing issues related to the recruitment

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