In addition, statistics show that people with learning ... Foyle Arena and this has led to the council implementing Mencap Learning Disability awareness training for all gym staff.

Camilla Tooke Jordan Tooke was non-verbal and had learning disabilities Mr Sparkes, from Mencap, added: "Jordan's family battled tirelessly to ensure their 30-year-old son could access treatment.

Following the inquest Jon Sparkes, chief executive officer for learning disability charity Mencap, says Jordan was "failed repeatedly in his medical care throughout his life" up until his death.

MENCAP calls today for “urgent measures” to boost the number of people with learning disabilities in work, which currently stands at a paltry 5.8 per cent. The charity has found that just half of ...

Some people with learning disabilities – and those supporting them – are calling for more accessible ways to learn to cook. Teachers, charities and chefs have come together to develop easy-to ...