Andy Burnham may offer a different tone, but disabled people need guarantees. Protect PIP, invest in services and stop creating employment policies without disabled people involved. cutt.ly/OyrWEZAp

NUJ condemns threats to journalists covering event in Northern Ireland www.nuj.org.uk/resource/nuj...

NUJ condemns threats to journalists covering event in Northern Ireland

Masked men reportedly intimated press at Palestinian solidarity march

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What has working with diverse communities taught me? My latest blog reflects on lessons from CRAIC NI, disability activism and the debate around Moygashel. cutt.ly/et1TGCsi

The revived Omagh Access Forum has now held its first meeting at FOCUS Omagh in Community House. Disabled people and town stakeholders discussed how the Forum can become more proactive, visible and focused on delivering real change in Omagh. #Omagh #Disability

Sand dredging is killing Lough Neagh. I've signed this petition calling on Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins to introduce a moratorium on sand dredging in NI today - will you sign too? @actnowcampaigns.bsky.social my.actnowni.org/petitions/in...

Sign Now: Introduce a moratorium on sand dredging in NI

Sand dredging is killing Lough Neagh. I've signed this petition calling on Infrastructure Minister @lizkimminssf to introduce a moratorium on sand dredging in NI today - will you sign too?

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Happy MPS Awareness Day 💜 Today was my weekly Vimizim infusion for Morquio syndrome. Forgive the rather distressing-looking image, it’s nowhere near as traumatic as it looks. Living with MPS IV isn’t easy, but awareness, research and support matter. 🔗 cutt.ly/StVSIey9 #MPSAwarenessDay #Morquioq

🚨 BREAKING: Keir Starmer has appointed James Murray as the new Health Secretary

I support Kayla Henry’s call for Changing Places toilets in every NI hospital. Disabled people should not face barriers, indignity or missed appointments because basic facilities don’t exist. Share: cutt.ly/rtVh9cKd Petition: cutt.ly/ftVh9JaQ #Disabled #DisabledLife ##DisabledActivist

Disabled people in Northern Ireland are still paying to travel. That’s not equality. With ActNowNI, we’re calling on the Department for Infrastructure and Liz Kimmins to introduce free travel now. ✍️ cutt.ly/atLXN1uO #FreeTravel #Equality

Tens of thousands of children go hungry during the holidays. I've signed the petition calling on all MLAs to support the Holiday Hunger Bill to stop this from happening - will you sign too? @actnowcampaigns.bsky.social my.actnowni.org/petitions/su...

Sign Now: Demand MLAs support bill to stop child hunger during holidays

Tens of thousands of children go hungry during the holidays. I've signed the petition calling on all MLAs to support the Holiday Hunger Bill to stop this from happening - will you sign too?

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I've signed the open letter calling on Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins to introduce free travel for Disabled people in Northern Ireland - just like in the rest of UK and Ireland. Will you sign too? @actnowcampaigns.bsky.social my.actnowni.org/petitions/op...

Sign the Open Letter: Introduce free travel for Disabled people in NI

I've signed the open letter calling on Infrastructure Minister @lizkimminssf to introduce free travel for Disabled people in Northern Ireland - just like in the rest of UK and Ireland. Will you sign t...

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After a rough day yesterday, I took two hours to myself in the warm weather. Wandering around Greencastle reminded me why we must protect the Sperrins. Our land. Our water. Our air. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. #SaveOurSperrins

Why I’m Fighting to Protect the Sperrins | Greencastle Story

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I've recently started using otter.ai in meetings. I find it increasingly difficult to keep notes at the many meetings I'm at, both in person and hybrid, due to my severe hearing loss and lack of dexterity in hands. I feel more confident now.

Otter Meeting Agent - AI Notetaker, Transcription, Insights

Otter AI Meeting Agent supports real-time transcription, live chat, automated summaries, insights, and action items.

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“Just left your parcel at the door.” For me, that can mean no way in or out of my own home. Blocked access isn’t an inconvenience. It’s a barrier. Delivery companies need to do better. #Accessibility #Disability #Disabled #DisabledLife #AccessDenied

The number to call with any info is 101, quoting reference number 1357 18/04/26 or you can submit online via orlo.uk/XNB3j

I’ve had my microwave since 2009. It's now knackered..I ordered a new microwave today. I can tell I'm old, because I'm excited to get a new microwave.

World Public Transport Day Transport should mean freedom. For disabled people, it often means uncertainty. Progress is happening. But accessibility still isn’t guaranteed. cutt.ly/8tHdR24h

At the reopening of the Public Inquiry in Omagh today, standing with Save Our Sperrins and local campaigners. The risks to our environment and water are too high. This goldmine would directly impact my respiratory health. #SaveOurSperrins #DontMineUs youtu.be/41rF-4HTiXs

Greencastle Goldmine Public Inquiry Reopens | Strule Arts Centre | BBC & UTV Coverage

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I don't often say this, but today has been a rare good day.

This cause is close to my heart - please sign: my.actnowni.org/petitions/op...

Sign Now: Open Letter of Solidarity to Save Our Sperrins

I've signed this Open Letter of Solidarity to @SaveOurSperrins as they take their fight against toxic gold mining in the Sperrins to a public inquiry - will you add your name too?

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6th April 2026 Changes to LCWRA Limited capability for work and related activity, aka universal credit health element Cut by nearly 50% for new claimants (£423.27 p/m to £217.26p/m) Exceptions: those who meet severe conditions criteria, existing claimants, and those with terminal illness 🧵 1/20

This week, I spoke on the Save Our Sperrins podcast about the parallels of my campaigning for deaf and disabled rights, with the campaign to protect the Sperrins from industrialisation. You can also download an audio version: www.podbean.com/ea/pb-nm3gq-... youtube.com/watch?v=a80Z...

Who Gets Heard? Disability, Power and Community | Dermot Devlin

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Happy Easter everyone. Hope you get a decent break this weekend. I’m taking a bit of personal time too. Might see the odd message, but I’m off-work for a few days. Back soon 👍 #Disability #Disabled ##DisabledLife

Recorded an interview today for the Save Our Sperrins podcast. Spoke about my work in deaf & disabled advocacy, and the clear parallels with the fight in Greencastle and across the Sperrins. Episode drops this weekend. Subscribe: buttonsoptions4u.podbean.com/%E2%81%A0

This is a warning. A disabled man died during a plane transfer. Not an isolated incident. A system failure. This risk exists in the UK and Ireland too. “Nothing went wrong” isn’t safety. cutt.ly/8tPGeYWR

Clocks go forward 1 hour Sunday at 1am. You lose an hour. We lose routine, stability, control. Missed meds. Exhaustion. Days thrown off. It’s not about how much time you have. It’s how it affects others. “Just an hour” can be the difference between coping and not.

Not safety. Failure. They knew. Did nothing. Now families pay. cutt.ly/3tPw7X2c

Started writing the odd blog again and honestly, I’ve missed it. Thinking of making it regular. Maybe twice a month. Not just disabled issues. My take on whatever’s happening in the world. Though let’s be real, disability will probably feature heavily. Worth doing?

35 years ago today, I had spinal surgery that changed my life. It shaped how I see access, inclusion and why I challenge systems today. This isn’t theory. It’s lived experience. Read: cutt.ly/XtOGGQqq

Yesterday was one of those real, honest days. Up to Belfast City Hospital for a check up on my Morquio, a few things to watch but not bad going. Stopped at the Glenavon Hotel, staff were brilliant. Disabled life is quiet battles and small wins.