Matthew Kayne
Disability Rights and Inclusion
Britain cannot claim to be united while disabled people still feel invisible
Millions of disabled people in Britain continue facing inaccessible systems, limited representation and barriers to independent everyday living.
Who gets to belong in British politics?
British politics remains unevenly accessible, raising questions about who truly gets to participate and be represented.
An attack on Jewish Britons is an attack on us all
Rising antisemitic attacks in the UK are raising urgent concerns about safety and trust within Jewish communities.
Disabled drivers ‘pushed out of the driving seat’ by Motability Scheme shake-up
Motability scheme changes risk higher costs and reduced mobility, threatening independence for disabled drivers relying on everyday transport.
For disabled people, the countryside remains as accessible as the crown jewels
Countryside accessibility for disabled people remains inconsistent, leaving many excluded from Britain’s green spaces despite inclusion promises.
When “We will raise it” becomes the problem
Disabled people face repeated delays as concerns are escalated through channels without meaningful action or accountability.
Why disabled people need peer support more than ever
Peer support empowers disabled people with guidance, resilience and community, helping navigate systems that often fail their needs.
A new generation of disability rights leaders is reshaping Europe
Disability rights leaders across Europe are using creativity, advocacy, and social media to drive change and reshape inclusive societies.
Why jobs and housing must be solved together to deliver real disability inclusion
Disability rights in Europe remain incomplete as millions still face barriers to work, housing, transport and economic participation.
Europe cannot call itself ‘equal’ while disabled citizens are still fighting for access
European disability rights accessibility gaps persist as millions face systemic barriers to work, housing and mobility.
Wheelchair design is stuck in the past — and disabled people are paying the price
Outdated wheelchair procurement and design systems in the UK restrict independence and demand urgent reform.
Keir Starmer, Wes Streeting and the Government’s silence: disabled people are still waiting
Disabled people in the UK are still waiting for fair assessments, accessible services, and meaningful government action.
New Year, same question: will I be able to leave the house today?
Matthew Kayne discusses disabled access challenges, revealing how broken systems affect independence, safety, and participation in daily life.
This one digital glitch is pushing disabled people to breaking point
Disabled digital access barriers reveal how one timed-out form can erase hours of work and block essential daily support.
Rachel Reeves’ budget was sold as ‘fair’ — but disabled people will pay the price
Disabled people will pay the price for Rachel Reeves’ Budget, with cuts, delays, and eroded support systems looming.
Robots can’t care — and believing they can will break our health system
AI can’t replicate human empathy; care requires presence, understanding, and listening — something only humans can provide.
