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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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Policy Connect delivers keynote at TechAbility Conference 2020

12th November 2020

Policy Connect's Clive Gilbert has delivered the keynote presentation on the future of assistive technology policy in the UK at this month's TechAbility Conference. 

The TechAbility Conference is an annual event that brings together practitioners from the education and social care sectors to explore how assistive technology can improve outcomes for learners with SEND in mainstream and specialist further education. The theme for this year's event was 'Access to a Digital Future’.

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APPGAT meets to map AT use in the UK

12th November 2020

In recent years a number of surveys and other research initiatives have sought to provide a richer picture of assistive technology use in the UK, from the types of products being used to clarifying who uses assistive technology and in what contexts.

On 21st Oct 2020, the APPGAT was pleased to bring together a panel of guest speakers to explore how together, government and commercial sector initiatives can provide the best possible insight into assistive technology use in the UK, informing policymaking and frontline service provision.

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APPGAT holds Extraordinary General Meeting

14th September 2020

The APPGAT held an Extraordinary General Meeting on Wednesday 9th September to formally elect Lilian Greenwood MP and Lord Shinkwin as our new co-Chairs. 

The parliamentary officers in attendance unanimously voted in favour of the motion.

In addition to the vote, officers also received a written briefing outlining the APPGAT's policy priorities for the next year.

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