There is now legislation in the UK which aims to end unfair discrimination against
disabled people – for example, in employment, education and access to facilities and services. There is also a Disability Rights Commission (DRC) which promotes civil rights for disabled people. The DRC can be contacted on 08457 622 633.

In the UK, disabled people are entitled to receive a ‘community care assessment’ from social services. If you are a disabled asylum seeker, you are also entitled to request this assessment and it is essential you do so as soon as possible

Information and advice
If you have a disability and need additional information and advice, DIAL UK is a network of approximately 130 local advice centres. To find one near you contact DIAL UK on 01302 310 123 or you can visit their website at: www.dialuk.org.uk

Aids and equipment
You may be able to obtain certain aids and equipment through local social services departments.

Assist UK leads a UK network of Disabled Living Centres which provide free information and advice on aids and equipment. To find out if there is a centre near you phone: 0870 770 2866,
Textphone: 0870 770 5813 - Email:general.info@assist-uk.org - www.assist-uk.org.uk

For further information visit www.direct.gov.uk