Jan 09
When I started to write my second novel, Five Unforgivable Things, I wanted to follow all the ups and downs of a family, from its beginnings when Kate and Dan first meet in the seventies right up to the present day, exploring the pivotal decisions and mistakes the couple make along the way and what …
Apr 16
Charity Flamingo Chicks is pioneering inclusive dance classes for disabled children Virtual classes are designed not only for fun and fitness, but also to tackle loneliness and isolation Their dance classes benefit 3,000 children each year UK charity for disabled children has produced a one of a kind series of virtual dance classes for children …
Apr 24
There are approximately 40,000 people with Down’s syndrome living in the UK, and over 10 million people with disabilities in Britain*. Therefore, with 15% of the population living with a disability, it is essential that people are understanding and knowledgeable when it comes to inclusion. Inclusion is relevant to everybody through all stages of life, …
Jul 04
The Australian Women’s Weekly has trumped every other women’s magazine cover by featuring Turia Pitt as it’s cover star. 26-year-old Pitt was running a marathon three years ago when she was caught in a bushfire and was left with scars over 65 per cent of her body. Pitt said: “I feel humbled, For me it …
Jan 16
Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby has welcomed its first Ambassador to the sport that captivated the nation at London 2012. Harlequins and England rugby star Mike Brown will take on a role that continues the rugby links GBWR has made recently – partnering with the RFU and with Harlequins, Saracens, Gloucester, Leicester and Woodbridge rugby clubs …
Oct 17
Community-upon-Thames is a not-for-profit social enterprise, set up and run by Ben Mallet and Maundy Todd. Frost was incredibly impressed by the difference they are making to people’s lives in Kingston and Richmond, so we went to their offices to find out more. Frost: Tell me about Community-upon-Thames. Ben: Community-upon-Thames was founded in the New …
