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Our work in Essex grows with launch of advocacy service
VoiceAbility has expanded its work in Essex with the launch of a new advocacy service.

Free service launched to support people in Shetland with health and care decisions
A new advocacy service for adults and children across Shetland has launched this month.

Scottish Government's commitment to mental health and capacity reform: an update
The final report of the Scottish Mental Health Law Review, published in September 2022, is the first major review in 20 years.

A new day for our social care?
Chief Executive Jonathan Senker reflects on the core policy areas that the new government needs to focus on.

An action-packed Learning Disability Week 2024 at VoiceAbility
Staff across VoiceAbility have been out in force for Learning Disability Week – embodying this year’s theme of ‘Do you see me?’
Self-advocate Fahmina 'proud' after speaking at learning disability event
Self-advocate Fahmina says she’s “proud” after speaking in front of an audience for the first time at a learning disability event.

‘We’re just left there to rot’ ─ Pam’s story and why she’s campaigning for change
Pam, who has a learning disability, was admitted to a mental health hospital as a teenager.

Jonathan Senker to step down as CEO of VoiceAbility
Jonathan Senker has decided to step down as VoiceAbility’s Chief Executive in September.

No changes planned to Adult Disability Payment in Scotland
The UK Government has proposed major changes to disability benefits in the UK, which will overhaul Personal Independence Payments (PIP).

Redbridge and Newham volunteer Katrina: ‘If you’re thinking of volunteering, go for it!’
Support Session Volunteer Katrina talks about her role in Redbridge and Newham, and why she recommends it to others.

Is there a crisis in the voluntary sector?
Volunteer recruitment at a record low: our top 5 tips for finding creative ways to encourage participation volunteering.

Glasgow student Skye on how volunteering for VoiceAbility ‘helped her give back’
Student Skye Thain speaks about volunteering for VoiceAbility in Glasgow.