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PIP and Disability Benefit Reforms 2025 – A Summary of Changes Announced Today
We have been waiting with baited breath and scared by the guesswork and titbits that have been released into the press, but in the past hour, Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has announced her plans for benefits reform and we will try to explain those changes for you. Charles Gillies, policy co-chair at the Disability […]
Sam Cleasby
March 18, 2025
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Purpl Discounts Exhibiting at Naidex 2025
Naidex is the UK’s leading event in empowering and supporting the disabled community at the Birmingham NEC on 19th-20th March 2025, and Purpl will be there! Naidex has so many businesses attending with invaluable support, resources, and inspiration for the disabled community. Whether you’re living with a disability, a carer, or supplying products and services to […]
Purpl
March 17, 2025
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Celebrating Mother’s Day with Thoughtful Gifts and Exclusive Disabled Discounts
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honour and appreciate the mothers and mother figures in our lives. Selecting the perfect gift can be challenging, but with the exclusive discounts available through Purpl, you can find something meaningful that suits your budget. Purpl have lots of gift ideas from our partner brands that we love, […]
Purpl
March 18, 2025
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Understanding Carer Support Payment in Scotland
Everything you need to know about Carer Support Payments in Scotland.
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
March 17, 2025
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Understanding Carer’s Allowance: A Guide for People in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Across the UK today 5.7 million people are carers, supporting a loved one who is older, disabled or seriously ill. Carer’s UK say “A carer is a person of any age who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, friend or neighbour who is disabled, has an illness or long-term condition, or who […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
March 17, 2025
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Blue Badge Holders: Act Now to Avoid Paying £195 in Road Tax
Don’t get caught out, act now!
Purpl
March 14, 2025
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Georgina Colman, Founder of Purpl Named Disability Smart Awards 2025 Finalist
Purpl is thrilled to announce that our founder, Georgina Colman, is a finalist in the Leader category at the upcoming Disability Smart Awards. This award recognises inspirational leaders who are driving the disability inclusion agenda to bring about positive change and break down the barriers experienced by disabled people. The recognition of Georgina in this category highlights her […]
Purpl
March 13, 2025
Disability Awareness
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Parallel Windsor, the Festival of Inclusivity for Disabled People and Families
Our post today comes from Andrew Douglass, CEO & Founder of Parallel Lifestyle. Parallel is a disability lifestyle brand with purpose & an attitude of no limits living. One of the biggest social problems in the world is disability inclusion. As a social enterprise, our simple aim is to support D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse people […]
Andrew Douglass
March 15, 2025
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What Support Is Available for Young Carers in the UK? A Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about being a Young Carer and the support available in the UK
Purpl
March 12, 2025