Joan Carthy News Today

ISSUES that people with disabilities are facing in Carlow around access, public transport, housing and employment were highlighted at a local election husting…

Last weeks news that Minister Michael McGrath has tweaked tax policy around adapted cars for people with disabilities is just one minor development in a saga stretching back to 2011 that has seen some people with disabilities literally unable to leave their homes for lack of supports. Jack White reports

Irish Wheelchair Association members and staff from across Ireland, including Mayo marched on Leinster House earlier this week to present its pre-budget…

Emigration, smoking and Ireland’s energy policies.

A crisis within a crisis

‘What’s not understood by airlines and baggage handlers is that the wheelchair is basically somebody’s legs.’

Legislation for pub and restaurant outdoor seating is to be extended

The payment of €1,000 will not be subject to income tax, USC, or PRSI

The Irish Wheelchair Association is urging Leitrim County Council to reconsider painting disabled parking spaces blue following the completion of streetscape wo...

The move has been backed by the Transport Minister. Green Party leader Eamonn Ryan has backed a...