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Wales ‘behind’ on independence for disabled people
24 May 2011 Last updated at 16:33
Wales trails the UK in helping disabled people to live independently in the community, says a charity.
Disability Wales told a Westminster inquiry that the lack of a Welsh strategy on independent living disadvantages disabled people.
The inquiry is discussing whether changes to the law are needed.
A Welsh Government spokesperson said that improving services for disabled people across Wales remained a priority.
Join in and shout about what matters to disabled people in Wales?
The 2011 Disability Hustings: What matters to disabled people in Wales?
Date:
4 April 2011
Join the audience for our panel event, featuring representatives of all four main political parties in Wales, discussing the issues relevant to disabled people and their families.
