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Down's syndrome; celebrating grandparents & sharing everyday moments of the DS story. By CDSSG & Positive Choices 💗

[TeamTAG @TeaAtGrandmas]

Third book by CDSSG, this time partnered by Positive Choices to reach out to the #Grandparents and #celebrate their unique role in the #downssyndrome #community. Because as @helen_laverty wisely says... #TogetherWeAreBetter

Get your copy here:

https://t.co/oLSv0BVc6k

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

“urgent concerns raised by our organisations & members regarding the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, particularly its implications for individuals with Down syndrome and learning disabilities.”
@nmdacosta
@DamianHinds
@Tanni_GT
@thelizcarr

https://t.co/2gpS5BZVZv

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

If MPs have even the slightest doubt about the adequacy of effective and enforceable safeguards, they have a legal and moral duty to protect the vulnerable - and must vote no to the #AssistedDyingBill on Friday. #NotThisBill @tommyjessop

[Sir Liam Fox @LiamFox]

My letter to Layla Moran MP on the need for continued scrutiny of Ministers on the support the Government provides for those with Down Syndrome.

Read below 👇

[TeamTAG @TeaAtGrandmas]

Ooooh who doesn’t love a 💒?

[Makasong @Makasong1]

@OfficialSteps @_ClaireRichards @llatchfordevans @Faye_Tozer @Ianhwatkins we’ve given ‘Tragedy’ a bit of the Makasong Magic 🎩 💍👰🏽and we’d like your blessing 💒 🙏🏽

https://t.co/RszvoH8JzD

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

"Every step towards independence is a victory for us." – Lucas, #DownSyndromeAct Consultation Participant, Cheshire Feb 2024
@LiamFox
@mariacaulfield
@DHSCgovuk
@TNLComFund


[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

Great to facilitate another consultation with the @DHSCgovuk Our Advisory Group discussed the forthcoming Guidance for the #DownSyndromeAct Great opportunity for people with Down syndrome to engage in the political process and share what matters to them.
@LiamFox @mariacaulfield

[TeamTAG @TeaAtGrandmas]

@NDSPolicyGroup @DHSCgovuk Excellent!

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

‘……we have passed 2 landmark pieces of legislation - the British Sign Language Act and the #DownSyndromeAct.’

This is an epic achievement. We’re proud to work with @liamfox @GillianKeegan @mariacaulfield @DHSCgovuk & grateful for overwhelming support.

https://t.co/caCh0N7ura

[TeamTAG @TeaAtGrandmas]

@halfon4harlowMP @GillianKeegan @TheSun It’s great news indeed!
#SchoolCensus25

[TeamTAG @TeaAtGrandmas]

#CountMeIn #SchoolCensus25 #DownSyndrome

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

Today we launch our #CountMeIn campaign to celebrate the inclusion of #DownSyndrome as a separate category on the #SchoolCensus2025. Read more here https://t.co/3pVhOnkYC2
@educationgovuk
@LiamFox
@GillianKeegan
@APPGDS

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

Easy-read version below ⬇️

https://t.co/txr85Ur4u7

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

Welcome measure! From Jan 2025 #DownSyndrome to be added to school census in England identifying pupil numbers & locations enabling targeted provision for better outcomes & accountability. So glad to have helped with this #progress Many thanks @GillianKeegan @LiamFox @APPGDS

[APPG for Down Syndrome @APPGDS]

News! From Jan 2025 pupils with #DownSyndrome will count, as English school census to identify pupil numbers & placements enabling targeted provision for better outcomes & accountability. @APPGDS has contributed to this work. Thanks also @GillianKeegan @LiamFox @NDSPolicyGroup

[Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association 💚 @PortsmouthDSA]

This sends a positive message to our community who have actively supported the #DownSyndromeAct.
Fantastic news & long overdue! Well done to everyone who worked hard to make this happen @rachaelross21 @GillianKeegan @liamfox @kenross2011 @appgds @NDSPolicyGroup @SueBtalk

[Rachael Ross MBE @rachaelross21]

Significant news #DownSyndrome will be added to the school census from Jan ’25. Proud to be part of the working team! Identifying pupil numbers & locations enables targeted provision, better outcomes & more accountability. Thanks @GillianKeegan @LiamFox @APPGDS @NDSPolicyGroup

[DSRF_UK @DSRF_UK]

Amazing news! TU to @GillianKeegan
@liamfox @NDSPolicyGroup @appgds
& advocates Jan 2025, Down syndrome will officially be recognized as a separate category in the School Census. #DownSyndromeAct
This also has the potential to benefit healthcare too!
https://t.co/zmYQVBfQTo

[Sarah Costerton @SarahCosterton]

Thank you @GillianKeegan & @educationgovuk for this welcome measure. Great work from @NDSPolicyGroup & @APPGDS Thank you @ManorParkSchSM1 @LEOacademies @CognusTherapies for your support in providing excellent educational opportunities and support to pupils with #DownSyndrome

[APPG for Down Syndrome @APPGDS]

Working to improve outcomes has led to pupils with #DownSyndrome being included in English school census @educationgovuk

[National Down Syndrome Policy Group @NDSPolicyGroup]

'Provide greater support' @LiamFox tweets.
Great new measure to include #DownSyndrome in school census in England in future 😀 #progress #DownSyndromeAct

[APPG for Down Syndrome @APPGDS]

An all-party parliamentary group (APPG) is a group of Members of Parliament from all political parties. The members of the APPG for Down Syndrome will listen to concerns of those with Down Syndrome, their families & carers and discuss particular issues. #nothingaboutmewithoutme