Figures are stacked against disabled people in austerity Britain
Despite greater understanding of their needs, disabled people continue to face barriers to employment as well as wage discrimination, writes Clare Bettelley
Disability in the Workplace
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Barriers for disabled people in the workplace
Attitudes towards disabled people are changing for the better, but there are still significant barriers to overcome in the workplace, writes Nick Martindale
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Employing people with disabilities boosts business
There are many good reasons why it pays to have a diverse workforce, as Karen Higginbottom discovers
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Empowering staff improves morale and productivity
Advances in technology have liberated the disabled workforce and enabled more people with disabilities to play a full role in working life, as Jo Faragher reports
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In the interests of the economy… and fairness
The UK’s lack of “disability know-how” is unfair and a brake on the economy, says Business Disability Forum’s Susan Scott-Parker
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Bouncing back in Paralympic sport and the workplace
Paralympian Claire Harvey, captain of the GB sitting volleyball team, says business could learn from her experience of disability sport
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Hidden majority not to be ignored
Businesses can best accommodate disability in its varying forms by making room for difference and enabling people, like those featured here, to join the workforce, writes Tim Smedley
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Public Sector Technology 2021
Could the solution to the climate crisis lie in space? Is the new Online Safety Bill enough to prevent abuse on social media? And can the NHS ever really protect its sprawling supply chain from cyber threats? Our Public Sector Technology report explores these issues, as well as asking what public sector organisations can do to stop employees leaving in droves
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Future of Fintech 2021
Fintech: the great disruptor. From payments and lending to investment and money management, tech providers are actively shaping the future of the financial landscape - even pushing the boundaries of currency itself. How are fintech firms adjusting their services to align with consumer trends? Can fintech cement its reputation as a driver of equality and sustainability? And how should big banks respond to the disruption and stay relevant across the financial ecosystem for the future customer?
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Rare Diseases 2021
It is estimated that 3.5 million people in the UK will be affected by a rare disease at some point in their lives. Though rare on an individual basis, rare diseases are collectively common. How can better health data and advances in genomics produce better outcomes for patients? Are there wider benefits to rare disease research and funding? How has Covid affected the rare disease community? This report considers some of the lived experiences of rare disease patients, and also explores opportunities for improved testing, diagnosis and treatment.
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Digital Transformation 2021
Digital transformation has been a huge area of focus for many businesses, particularly over the past couple of years. But with mitigating the climate crisis another are of concern, how are businesses tying together transformation and sustainability? And what are the key trends in transformation to look to next year?