Scope Awards 2026
We are Scope. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We create opportunities and provide information and support that empowers.
Disability Pride Month
We celebrate Disability Pride Month every July. It’s an important moment for disabled people to come together as a community. An opportunity to share experiences and start conversations.
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Disability Price Tag 2025
Life costs more if you’re disabled. This report by Scope uses data from the Family Resources Survey to calculate the extra costs faced by disabled households. We call this the ‘Disability Price Tag.
Advice and support
We're here with practical information and emotional support whenever you need it.
Disability in the UK
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Attitudes
1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled, including 11% of children.
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Price Tag
On average life costs an extra £1,095 a month when you’re disabled.
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Employment
Disabled people are almost twice as likely to be unemployed.
Online community
Our online forum is a vibrant and supportive space to get advice and information, and talk to people with similar experiences.
Charity shops
Pick up a bargain or give us the stuff you don't want, and help disabled children get the best start in life.
Find an event
Challenge yourself and raise money for Scope, or come along to one of our special events.
News and stories
Scope news
New survey shows impact of heatwaves on disabled people
A recent survey with Scope’s Lived Experience Research Panel shows how summer heatwaves affect many disabled people. Both physically and financially.
The Universal Credit Bill becomes law. Here are the changes to disability benefits you need to know about
On 9 July, MPs voted to pass the Universal Credit Bill, previously known as Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill for the final time. It will now become law. Read here about what changes to disability benefits are happening and when.
The Universal Credit Bill has passed its second reading. Here is everything you need to know
MPs have voted to pass the Universal Credit Bill. Formerly known as the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill. But with massive changes. Read about what the changes are and what they mean for disabled people.