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The APPGAT produces regular news updates on developments within Parliament and across the assistive technology sector.

The Group also publishes a monthly newsletter for its parliamentary and associate members.

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Lilian Greenwood MP and Lord Shinkwin

Commission Launched: Assistive Technology and Employment

8th June 2020

The APPGAT has launched a new commission into assistive technology and transitions into employment, Co-Chaired by Lilian Greenwood MP (Labour) and Lord Shinkwin (Conservative). The goal of this commission, generously sponsored by the Karten Network and the City Bridge Trust, is to ensure that our society takes advantage of technology to support disabled people into employment.

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Seema Malhotra MP and Lilian Greenwood MP

Interview: Lilian Greenwood MP to take over from Seema Malhotra MP as Co-Chair of the APPGAT

5th June 2020

Seema Malhotra MP, who has been with the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Assistive Technology since its launch in 2017, is stepping down as Co-Chair and into the role of Shadow Minister for Employment. Seema has been a hugely positive force in the work of the APPGAT, helping us achieve real impact, and we are so pleased she will be continuing as an officer of the group.

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a man sits in a wheelchair

How can the National Strategy for Disabled People improve access to assistive technology?

26th May 2020

The current parliamentary term is set to be a landmark in disability policy.  Last December’s Queen’s Speech confirmed a pledge in the Conservative Party’s general election manifesto to publish the UK’s National Strategy for Disabled People.  to tackle challenges faced by disabled people in all aspects and stages of their lives.

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