ME Foggy Dog expresses profound concern and strong disapproval regarding the recently passed Welfare Bill. Let us be clear: this legislation, and indeed the entire welfare “reform” agenda, is demonstrably not about genuine reform, but about implementing severe cuts to vital support for chronically ill and disabled individuals. This process has been deeply problematic, demonstrating …
A shadow is looming over the disabled community: the potential return of widespread, mandatory face-to-face assessments for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP). While the world has tentatively embraced a “new normal” post-pandemic, for many disabled people, a key accessibility measure introduced during the crisis is under threat. The push by some MPs to reinstate in-person …
Yesterday’s welfare bill debate was, frankly, chaotic and farcical, and we at ME Foggy Dog want to express our profound disappointment and concern regarding its “reform” outcomes in this statement. For years, the welfare system has been continuously tweaked and had various bits added on. The result is a system that is now unstructured, fragmented, …
Hi, Due to my own M.E. and other personal issues this week, I have just resorted to asking AI how disabled people in Scotland will be impacted by the proposed welfare cuts by the Government in Westminster. I had previously seen people who live in Scotland saying they won’t be impacted so I was surprised …
As our community navigates the complex and often brutal realities of energy-limiting conditions (ELCs) like Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.), we can sometimes find ourselves at the crossroads of language and lived experience. This was highlighted last week in comments posted in reply to a The Canary Facebook post that included these seemingly innocuous sentences in the …
We Did It! ME Foggy Dog Crowdfunder Hits 103%! An enormous, heartfelt thank you to every single one of you who contributed to the ME Foggy Dog crowdfunder! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve not only reached our target, but we’ve surpassed it, achieving an amazing 103% of our goal! We’re absolutely blown away by …
Living with M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) presents daily challenges that are often invisible and misunderstood. For too long, our community has faced systemic barriers in accessing the support we desperately need. Now, more than ever, it’s vital that our voices are heard by those in power, and that’s why contacting your Member of Parliament (MP) this week …
Dear unpaid carers, Today, on International M.E. Awareness Day, I am in awe of each and every one of you. I’m writing this, thinking particularly of someone truly remarkable – Shauna. Shauna, your unwavering love and dedication to Row shines so brightly. To see your strength as you navigate the immense challenges of caring for …
Hi, This morning, I have received an email response from ME Foggy Dog’s constituency MP, Stephen Morgan after I wrote to him with my concerns about the DWP’s hateful rhetoric relating to ‘welfare reforms’. It’s been a long week so, for transparency, I’m going to just copy and paste both my email and the responses …
Imagine trying to juggle two demanding jobs at once. That’s the reality for the Minister for Social Security and Disability, currently Stephen Timms MP. But is it fair for disabled people? Is it effective? Many believe it’s time for a change. Right now, disability policy is tucked under the umbrella of broader social security responsibilities …
