Disability rights

This section lists some organisations that provide advice on disability rights.

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Community Legal Services Direct

Community Legal Services Direct provides legal advice for people eligible for legal aid. It produces information leaflets and can also help you to find a local adviser.

Helpline: 0845 345 4345 (open Monday - Friday, 9am to 6:30pm)

www.clsdirect.org.uk

Disability Action

Disability Action is an organisation that provides information for disabled people, their carers and professionals on a wide range of issues including benefits, housing and access.

www.disabilityaction.org

Disablity Law Service

The Disability Law Service (DLS) is a national registered charity that provides confidential and free legal advice for disabled adults, their families and carers. DLS also provides disabled people with a casework service.

Helpline: 020 7791 9800

www.dls.org.uk

The Equality and Human Rights Commission

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is an organisation that provides information and advice for disabled people and employers about rights and duties under the Disability Discrimination Act. It can also arrange legal advice and conciliation to help resolve disputes.

Helpline: 08457 622 633

www.equalityhumanrights.com