In December 2023, 72,185 children were waiting for speech and language therapy support. Over 21,000 were waiting 18+ weeks, with over 4,000 waiting a year or more.
We need change.
Please sign @MikeysWish_VDA's petition & ask the Govt to #InvestInSLT ⬇️
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/657935
Research from @scope shows that disabled people face weekly extra costs for essentials such as food, medication and warmth.
It’s time for the government to act. Join us and make your voice heard 👇
Tune in to @bbctwo at 10pm tonight to watch `Live At The Apollo: Access All Areas` which features a celebration of disabled stand up comedians including myself! Also available on @bbciplayer.