Understanding Intellectual Disability: More than just delayed development—it’s a lifelong journey that requires compassion and support. Intellectual Disability is a condition that begins in early childhood, affecting intellectual and adaptive capacities. Individuals with this condition may struggle with delayed speech, understanding social norms, problem-solving, and everyday tasks like cooking or maintaining personal hygiene. These challenges often persist throughout life, keeping them in a chi

Living with a disability brings extra costs. 1 in 5 disabled people live in persistent poverty. Yet the Government removed supports instead of delivering a cost of disability payment. This is about dignity, respect and real support. A modest, targeted payment would make a meaningful difference. | Social Democrats

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