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Duncan Edwards

Duncan Edwards manages the Disability Horizons Shop, where he focuses on sourcing practical, well-designed products that improve everyday life for disabled people. His work reflects lived experience rather than distant theory, shaped by family, not policy. His wife Clare, an artist and designer, co-founded Trabasack, best known for its original lap desk bag. After sustaining a spinal injury, Clare became a wheelchair user. That change brought a sharper perspective to her design work and turned personal need into creative drive. Trabasack grew from that focus — making useful, adaptable products that support mobility and independence. Their son Joe lives with Dravet syndrome, a rare and complex form of epilepsy. His condition brings day-to-day challenges that few families encounter, but it has also sharpened Duncan’s eye for what’s truly useful. From feeding aids to communication tools, he knows how the right product can make a small but vital difference. These experiences shape the decisions he makes as shop manager. It’s why he pays close attention to detail, asks hard questions about function and accessibility, and chooses stock with a deep awareness of what people actually need. Duncan’s role in the disability community is grounded, not performative. He doesn’t trade in vague ideals — he deals in things that work, because he’s spent years living with the frustrations of an environment that doesn’t always work for his family.

Active Hands founders pitch gripping aids in the Dragons’ Den studio, products displayed on a workbench.

The Dragons Saw a Disability Story. They Missed a Global Business.

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The TL:DR Active Hands is an extraordinary business. Almost twenty years old, clinically endorsed, with years of customer loyalty and an untapped international market. This is an established brand with global potential, not a niche disability project. All five Dragons declined to invest. The business isn’t weak; the Den was the wrong room. Active Hands […]

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Charity shops using AI to ban resellers are harming disabled people and low-income shoppers

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How charity shops are using AI to target resellers I spotted this (click to watch clip, full video is below) yesterday: a ‘thrift warehouse’ publicly congratulating itself for using artificial intelligence to identify and block resellers. Not improve pricing. Not train staff. Not make online listings better. Just surveillance. The implication was familiar: resellers are

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When Dalila Died

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Jo Grace is a long-time contributor to Disability Horizons and one of the UK’s most respected voices on inclusive practice, sensory engagement, and person-centred support. As founder of The Sensory Projects, she brings together professional insight from years of teaching and research with a deep commitment to seeing and valuing people with profound and multiple

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What Does an Anorexic Look Like? Comedian Dave Chawner’s Honest Take on Eating Disorders

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When comedian Dave Chawner got in touch about his new show, we were delighted to help spread the word — and to share his important message about eating disorders and mental health. Dave is an award-winning stand-up, author, and campaigner who uses comedy to talk honestly about subjects many people shy away from. His critically

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Illustration of three people using assistive devices: one in a wheelchair reading a book, one in a ceiling lift, and one in a supportive chair. Surrounding them are a refrigerator, a stove, and a table with medication. A large electrical plug connects these items, symbolizing the importance of electricity for accessibility and care.

Why joining Priority Services can help you prepare for power cuts this winter

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As autumn turns to winter, the risk of storm-related power cuts increases. For people who rely on electricity to use mobility aids, run medical equipment, or stay warm, even a short outage can cause real disruption. Unexpected power cuts can cause real problems for anyone who depends on electricity for daily life. From keeping medical

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Temporary Dispatch Pause: Orders Between 29 Sept – 17 Oct

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Temporary Dispatch Pause: Orders Between 29 Sept – 17 Oct Key Takeaways Dispatch pause Orders placed after midnight (UK) Sun 28 Sept will be delayed. Resumes Normal dispatch resumes Fri 17 Oct. Reason A mix of warehouse reorganisation and staff leave. What’s still possible Customers can still place orders during this time. Some items may

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