Some of the tenants at Abbottswood in Rustington have been creating some fantastic artwork in their weekly art class, inspired by the work of late artist David Hockney. 🎨

Training Democracy Champions is not just about making sure the right skills are in place. It's about creating a network that is willing to show up, speak up and champion the democratic rights of people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

What do surfing, making goat's cheese, and watching the sunset above the clouds have in common? ⛅️ They were all part of an unforgettable 16-day residential in Gran Canaria for eight ROC College students!

Our Creative Hub in Liverpool has been celebrating Disability Pride Month in style! 🙌 Together, everyone created a Disability Awareness Pride flag, shared conversations about what disability means to them, and celebrated the unique qualities that make each of us who we are.

Could next year's London Marathon be your biggest achievement yet? 🏅 Hear from members of Team United Response about what made race day so special, the incredible atmosphere on the streets of London, and why supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people made every mile worthwhile

Last month, a group of people we support in Liverpool attended a summer fete at the All Saints School in Anfield, a school we're in proud partnership with. Having previously worked with the school on an art project, it was great to continue building that positive relationship.

Yesterday, our Devon, Plymouth and Torbay teams, including our Director of Engagement & Development Ali Gunn and Head of Governance Steve Maltby, came together for the end of year ROC College Student Celebration Awards, recognising the incredible achievements of our students over the past year.

It's been a busy week in the headlines, with some major stories making the news. From Spain lifting the World Cup trophy to Andy Burnham becoming the UK's new Prime Minister, our latest Easy News articles explain in more details what's been happening lately.

Take a look at these fantastic photos of some end of term fun that our Project SEARCH Learners in Cornwall had recently.🏌️ We’d like to give a massive thank you to the friendly staff at Hayle Golf Club, who gave us a warm welcome and made this wonderful day out possible!

Last month, our Supported Employment team based in Trafford spent the day volunteering at The Toy House, a local community centre.

Do you want to take on a challenge that can change lives? 🏃 Well, applications are now open for United Reponse's 2027 London Marathon places!

Last month, our Senior Skills and Wellbeing Manager, Angela, joined the celebrations at Active Torbay's World Cup kick-off event—and what a fantastic day it was! ⚽ Six teams competed in a series of football activities, bringing the Torbay community together for an afternoon of music, fun, and games

Recently, our Senior Skills and Wellbeing Manager, Angela, visited several United Response services across the country, spending time with the people we support and the teams providing outstanding support every day.

We would like to give a big thank you to Cucumber Recruitment for their £1,000 donation towards our 2026 Staff Celebration Day 💙 We're incredibly grateful for their support in helping us make the day a special one for colleagues across United Response.

If you had £1,000 to improve your independence, what would you do? 💰️ From once-in-a-lifetime holidays to practical changes at home, the People's Fund is helping people achieve their goals and make independent choices that matter to them. No two grants are the same — and that's exactly the point.

Together, they bring professional expertise and lived experience that helps us shape the way we support disabled people and people with learning disabilities. Find out more about their work and the difference they're making here: buff.ly/Xjr9MUu

We at United Response believe there is a need for accessible news in the UK. This means TV and radio news that use simple language everyone can understand. We've signed a joint open letter to Lisa Nandy MP, Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.

Last week, colleagues from across United Response came together for the launch of our partnership project with Gloriously Ordinary Lives, alongside members of our People's Forum, United Voice, and senior leaders.

As part of our My Vote My Voice campaign, we've been searching for our first Democracy Champions, and we're delighted to have received so many amazing applications! But what exactly is a Democracy Champion, and how can they help more people have their voices heard? Take a look to find out more.

Last week, the Work and Pensions Committee published a new report on employment support for disabled people, highlighting the importance of creating more inclusive workplaces and tackling the disability employment gap (DEG).

We’re delighted to announce that The Julia Rausing Trust has generously awarded us with £300,000 over three years to expand our Supported Employment work 🎉 We’re incredibly proud to have them as one of our funders, and deeply grateful for the trust they have placed in us.

This week we had the pleasure of attending the Clothworkers’ Foundation reception — made even more special by attending alongside Donna, one of our People’s Fund recipients. Donna had a fantastic afternoon chatting with new people and making connections.

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) — a reminder of how important accessibility is in making sure everyone can fully take part in everyday life.

It's been an absolute joy seeing the photos of people we support that went out to vote in the recent local elections. They were really keen to make their voices heard as they headed for the polling station, and it was fantastic to see!

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, today is Wear It Green Day - a time to come together and remember the importance of looking after our mental health every day.

People with learning disabilities and autistic people are often among those most affected by local voting decisions. Which is why it’s so important that they can get access to clear, trustworthy information about politics and voting.

Today is International Nurses Day, so we’re sharing the stories of three incredible members of our nursing team: Alison, Michele and Sophie.

We’re delighted that our work in partnership with Resonance Limited’s Supported Homes Fund has been highly commended in the Inclusivity Award of the Year at the 2026 RESI Awards. 🏆

Today’s the day: local election day is here! If you’re planning to vote, remember that your voice matters and every vote can make a difference. If you need accessible voting resources or extra support, check out My Vote My Voice here: www.myvotemyvoice.org.uk/how-politics...

Local elections are taking place across the country tomorrow, the 7th May 2026. Are you planning to vote? ✅️ Your voice matters, and we want you to have all the support you need to use your vote with confidence.