The disability employment gap affects 16 million people in the UK – but can the goverment fix it?

Labour’s goal to reintegrate one million people into the workforce faces significant challenges for disabled individuals, as illustrated by the experiences of Keighley Miles and Holly Donovan, who struggle with employment due to systemic barriers and lack of support. Despite some advancements in education, many disabled people still face isolation and inadequate preparation for employment, leading to a stark disability employment gap of 28.6%.

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