Resources & Further Reading
A curated collection of organisations, guidance, and resources for disability rights advocacy and support.
Advocacy Organisations
Organisations that can provide direct support, advice, and advocacy for disabled people.
Citizens Advice
Free, confidential advice on benefits, housing, employment, and discrimination. They can help with initial guidance and signposting.
Disability Rights UK
Led by disabled people, providing information, support, and campaigning for disability rights.
Scope
Disability equality charity providing information, support, and campaigning for a fair society.
Mind
Mental health charity providing advice and support, including on rights and services.
Action on Hearing Loss (RNID)
Supporting people with hearing loss with information and advocacy.
RNIB
Supporting people with sight loss with information, practical support, and campaigning.
Condition-Specific Support
Organisations focused on specific conditions and communities.
ME Association
Supporting people with ME/CFS through information, research funding, and advocacy.
Action for ME
Charity supporting those affected by ME through services and campaigning for change.
Long Covid Support
Peer support and advocacy for those affected by Long Covid.
Chronic Pain Policy Coalition
Campaigning for better treatment and support for people living with chronic pain.
Genetic Alliance UK
Supporting people affected by genetic conditions with information and advocacy.
Rare Disease UK
Alliance of patients, researchers, and clinicians working to improve the lives of those with rare diseases.
Legal Resources & Support
Organisations providing legal guidance, advice, and support for disability discrimination cases.
Equality and Human Rights Commission
The regulator for equality and human rights in Britain. Provides guidance on the Equality Act 2010.
Equality Advisory Support Service (EASS)
Free advice on discrimination and human rights issues. Funded by the EHRC.
Public Law Project
Access to justice charity specialising in public law and holding public bodies to account.
Legal Aid Agency
Information on legal aid eligibility and how to access publicly funded legal help.
Law Centres Network
Network of not-for-profit legal practices providing free legal advice in disadvantaged communities.
IPSEA
Free legally-based advice for families of children with special educational needs.
Official Resources
Government and official body websites with authoritative information.
UK Parliament
Official Parliament website with MP/Lords finder, committee information, and Hansard.
Legislation.gov.uk
Official repository of UK legislation including the Equality Act 2010 and Care Act 2014.
NICE Guidelines
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence clinical guidelines.
NHS England
Official NHS England website with information on services and patient rights.
GOV.UK
Central government information portal including benefits, services, and guidance.
PHSO
Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman for NHS and government complaints.
Key Documents & Further Reading
Essential guidance documents and legal frameworks for understanding your rights.
Equality Act 2010 - Technical Guidance on Services
EHRC
Care and Support Statutory Guidance
Department of Health and Social Care
Being Open and Honest When Things Go Wrong
NHS England / CQC
NICE ME/CFS Guideline NG206
NICE
Public Sector Equality Duty Guidance
EHRC
UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
United Nations
Disclaimer
The resources listed here are provided for informational purposes only. Considered does not endorse or take responsibility for the content of external websites. The inclusion of a resource does not constitute legal advice. Always seek professional advice for your specific circumstances.