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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
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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 17, 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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Purpl

March 12, 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% […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 10, 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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Purpl

March 4, 2025

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International Wheelchair Day and Navigating Accessibility

Sara Stacey, Ambassador for Purple Tuesday talks to us about Accessibility

Sara Stacey
Sara Stacey

March 1, 2025

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Financial Crisis Support Across the UK

As someone who is disabled, I know first-hand how expensive it is living with a disability, not only as our community faces additional challenges including less employment opportunities and pay gap differences but also have to endure the additional financial strain caused by the cost of living crisis. I set up Purpl to help reduce […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 24, 2025

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Airport Parking for Blue Badge Holders – A Guide to Holiday Parking for Disabled People

A guide to parking with your Blue Badge at Uk airports this year.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 17, 2025

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How to Apply for a Disabled Holiday Grant for Disabled People in the UK

A supportive guide and list of Holiday Grants for Disabled People in the UK

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 13, 2025