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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 1d

5/5 Our Mencap Manifesto called on the Government to protect access to in person banking and improve inclusive customer support. This strategy is a good first step towards supporting people with a learning disability across the UK to make financial choices safely and with appropriate support.

Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 1d

4/5 We’re pleased to see the Government recognising these challenges and the work of Project Nemo in reducing financial exclusion."

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 1d

3/5 @jonsparkes.bsky.social OBE, Chief Executive of Mencap, said: “People with a learning disability tell us they struggle to manage their money easily and safely because of complex systems and inaccessible information.”

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 1d

2/5 Research from Project Nemo shows that without this, people with a learning disability and their family members can sometimes rely on risky workarounds increasing their vulnerability to financial abuse.

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 1d

1/5 Yesterday, the Government announced the National Financial Inclusion strategy which highlights the need for better inclusive and accessible customer support from banks so they can support people with a learning disability.

#FinancialInclusion #LearningDisability #AccessibleBanking

A blurred photo of a bank in London with a blue skyline. There is white text on the graphic that says 'The Government has announced the National Financial Inclusion plan, which highlights the need for better inclusive and accessible customer support from banks, so they can support people with a learning disability'

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 2d

4/4 Read more about the review here: www.independent.co.uk/news/busines...

Action to combat UK’s £85bn sick leave bill urged by ex-John Lewis boss

UK ‘sliding into avoidable crisis’, major review into workplace sickness warns

www.independent.co.uk

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 2d

3/4 💬 @jonsparkes.bsky.social said: "We welcome today’s review, which lays out clear commitments to supporting disabled people in employment. We look forward to working with more employers to create inclusive workplaces where people with a learning disability can reach their full potential."

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 2d

2/4 People with a learning disability have talent and ambition, they just need inclusive opportunities, like accessible communication and on the job support, to thrive in the workplace.

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · 2d

1/4 Today, the government published the Keep Britain Working review on how to support more disabled people in employment. At Mencap, we know that 86% of people with a learning disability who are not in work want a paid job 💼

#Inclusion #LearningDisability #KeepBritainWorking

A photo of Charlie Mayfield who wears glasses and smiles. He's in front of a blue background. There is white text over the image that says 'Today, the government published the Keep Britain Working review on how to support more disabled people into employment.'

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 30

3/3 🔗 Read more about the Online Safety Act and William’s thoughts in our latest blog, brnw.ch/21wWdbM

The Online Safety Act

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 30

2/3 This puts more responsibility on websites and apps to protect people from harmful content like self harm, violence and hate.

William shares why it matters, what it means for online platforms, and how it could affect you.

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 30

1/3 💻✨ Lived Experience Advisor, William, is talking about the new Online Safety Act, a law designed to make the internet safer, especially for children and young people.

#Mencap #OnlineSafetyAct #LivedExperience

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 24

3/3 Ready for your own challenge? Sign up to the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 and run for Mencap, every step you take helps children and adults with a learning disability live the life they choose: brnw.ch/21wW2RR

London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 | Mencap

I have just registered for the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 Why not join me...

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 24

2/3 Abi started running three years ago, inspired by Henry’s determination to take every step, from crawling to walking to school each day. Swapping nights out for weekend jogs, she poured herself into training, proving that dedication and a little inspiration can go a long way.

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 24

1/3 🏃‍♀️Meet Abi, a special needs teacher from Essex with a heart as big as her running spirit. This year, she ran the London Landmarks Half Marathon for Mencap, as a thank you to Mencap, who supported her family when her nephew Henry was born with Down Syndrome.

A pink graphic and a photo of Abi running in a pink Mencap vest. Abi has brown sunglasses on and puts her thumbs up in the air. The white text says "“I ran the London Landmarks Half Marathon for Mencap. I did this as a thank you to Mencap, who supported my family when my nephew Henry was born with Down Syndrome.” - Abi."

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 23

3/3 Every step they take is for brighter futures, healthier lives, and greater opportunities for people with a learning disability.

👉 Support the Fryd family’s One Big Walk challenge and keep Judy’s vision alive: mencap.enthuse.com/pf/elly-downes

One Big Walk 2025

The One Big Walk challenge raises vital funds for people with a learning disability in the UK. Any donation you make is really appreciated and will help Mencap make the UK the best place in the world

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 23

2/3 Judy, who founded Mencap almost 80 years ago, dreamed of a world where people with a learning disability are valued and included. Today, her granddaughter Elly is leading the Fryd family as they walk in her memory and in celebration of the impact her legacy still has.

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 23

1/3 💜 This September, three generations of Judy Fryd’s family are stepping forward for One Big Walk.

#OneBigWalk #TeamMencap #LearningDisability

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 22

3/3 🔗 Read more about the Online Safety Act and William’s thoughts in our latest blog, brnw.ch/21wVZb0

The Online Safety Act

brnw.ch

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Mencap @mencap.org.uk · Sep 22

2/3 The Act puts more responsibility on websites and apps to protect people from harmful content like self-harm, eating disorders, violence and hate.

William shares why it matters, what it means for online platforms, and how it could affect you.

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