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All children should have an equal right to play.
Let's Play FairWe're Scope, the disability equality charity in England and Wales. We provide practical information and emotional support when it's most needed, and campaign relentlessly to create a fairer society.
Scope news
Why disabled people are at the centre of the cost-of-living crisis
Disabled people already face extra costs. Now they are bearing the brunt of the cost of living squeeze.
Real life stories
My London Marathon experience as a disabled person
Matt talks about the benefits of physical activity, and his experience of running the London Marathon for Scope, as a disabled person.
Advice and support
We're here with practical information and emotional support whenever you need it.
Get advice and support nowDisability in the UK
There are 14.6 million disabled people in the UK.
Life costs an extra £583 a month on average if you're disabled.
9% of children in the UK are disabled.
Disabled people are almost twice as likely to be unemployed.
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Our online forum is a vibrant and supportive space to get advice and information, and talk to people with similar experiences.
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Pick up a bargain or give us the stuff you don't want, and help disabled children get the best start in life.
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Challenge yourself and raise money for Scope, or come along to one of our special events.
News and stories
Real life stories
Playgrounds should be accessible for all children
Samantha's experience of visiting inaccessible playgrounds with her daughter Lucy
Real life stories
“I don’t think I’d be where I am now without the way my parents brought me up.”
Sara, a Navigate Parent Adviser, talks about the huge support she received from her parents whilst learning to accept herself as a disabled person.
Scope news
Why disabled people are at the centre of the cost-of-living crisis
Disabled people already face extra costs. Now they are bearing the brunt of the cost of living squeeze.
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YouTube
Find out what getting the best start in life means to disabled children and their families in our Now is the time campaign video on YouTube.