More than half of English parents struggle to find accessible holiday clubs for disabled children
A report by the charity Sense reveals that over half of English parents struggle to find accessible holiday childcare for disabled children. The lack of provision is forcing many parents to reduce working hours or leave their jobs entirely.
Why it matters
This highlights a significant social and economic barrier for families of disabled children, contributing to financial instability and mental health challenges.
Melissa and Andrew Mould were among the parents who face difficulties finding holiday childcare for a disabled child. Photograph: Sense Melissa and Andrew Mould were among the parents who face difficulties finding holiday childcare for a disabled child. Photograph: Sense Disability More than half of English parents struggle to find accessible holiday clubs for disabled children Research by Sense finds estimated 60,000 disabled children live in areas with no suitable provision
The focus on social inequality and the impact on vulnerable populations aligns with typical left-leaning social policy coverage.
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