23 Oct 2020
MPs call for £7bn annual increase in Social Care funding – doing nothing ‘no longer an option’
The influential cross-party group of MPs who make up the Health & Social Care Committee have called for an urgent…
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16 Oct 2020
Antibody testing available for care staff
The Department of Health and Social Care have launched an at-home antibody testing service, which is now available to all…
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A big thank-you from RCOT!
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) have asked SIA to thank everyone who supported the Priority Setting Partnership process…
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Housing Secretary launches major consultation on accessibility standards
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick MP has launched a major consultation to consider how best to raise accessibility standards for all…
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Leigh Day secures landmark legal ruling
Long-time SIA supporters and one of the charity’s trusted legal partners, Leigh Day Solicitors has secured a landmark judgment at…
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Financial Advice
As well as the obvious health concerns, coronavirus has also created money worries for many people who live with SCI. …
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Stark warning for the care sector as freedom of movement ends
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has warned that the end of freedom of movement after Brexit will increase pressure on…
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Congratulations to our Trustee, Christa Dyson
We are delighted to announce that this Wednesday (30 September) our fantastic Trustee Christa Dyson was jointly awarded Outstanding Research…
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Supporting your recovery after Covid-19
If you, your family, relatives or friends have had Covid-19, you may still be recovering from the virus and coming…
Read more29 Sep 2020
Covid-19 Winter Plan for Adult Social Care
SIA has welcomed the publication of the Coronavirus Winter Plan for Adult Social Care 2020-21, but remains hugely concerned about…
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