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Disability Business Awards Disability Smart awards 2025 finalist

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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 […]

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March 13, 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

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March 12, 2025

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Sleep Support for Disabled People – World Sleep Day 2025

Sleep is vital for everyone, but for disabled people, a good night’s sleep is even more crucial. It not only affects physical and mental well-being but also plays a key role in managing health conditions and improving the overall quality of life.  As World Sleep Day 2025 approaches on March 14th, it’s a great opportunity […]

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March 11, 2025

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April 2025 UK Energy Price Cap Rise: How Will it Affect Disabled People and What Support is Available?

In April, the Energy Price Cap is set to rise again, we know this will be causing stress and anxiety for our members and so we wanted to try and explain what the price cap rise may mean for you and what you can do about it. On 25 February 2025, Ofgem announced a 6.4% […]

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Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 10, 2025

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PIP Changes 2025: Everything You Need to Know About the New Personal Independence Payment Rules

Hello everyone, After months of speculation and much worry and concern from the disabled community, there has finally been an update on PIP and Welfare Cuts for 2025 and I wanted to share the news with our community so we can begin to talk about the fears of disabled people in the UK. We have […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 8, 2025

Celebrating International Womens Day, with photos of seven disabled British women

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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025

Celebrating the Women Making Positive Changes for the Disabled Community

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March 8, 2025

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World Book Day and the Importance of Featuring Disabled Characters in Children’s Books

Today is World Book Day and it is a fantastic opportunity to encourage children to develop a love of reading. However, whilst today champions a love for books, it is also essential to ensure that the stories available to children reflect the diversity of society and that there is representation of all types of people. Today […]

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March 6, 2025

A pile of medicine blister packs with pills inside and text in a purple banner reading A disabled Pesons guide to Understanding NHS prescriptions

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Do Disabled People Get Free Prescriptions in the UK? How to Save on Medication Costs 

This Purpl guide outlines everything you need to know about NHS prescription charges.

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March 4, 2025

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UK Railcard Price Increase on 2nd March 2025 – Act Now to Save Money

Please be advised that UK Railcard prices will increase on 2nd March 2025 under new official regulations from the National Railcard Company. This includes 16-17 saver, 16-25 Railcard, 26-30 Railcard, Family & Friends, Two Together, Senior, Veterans and Network Railcards. 1. The one-year Railcard will increase from £30 to £352. The three-year Railcard will rise from […]

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February 27, 2025