Cherylee Houston
@cheryleehouston
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actor, factory girl, seed grower, stick things on thingser. MCAS, EDS. ♿️🐾@triplecmanchest @DANC_UK For Public speaking engagements message me #TakingTheDis
Joined February 2009
Me and @KrissiBohn1 have spent the last couple of years developing a theatre show about our friendship, I’ve had disability stuff going on so often I was horizontal. This is how we approached our writing process… #disability #fun #tiara #writing #creativity
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Well I’m absolutely blown away: today I was mentioned in the New Year’s Honours List. I really hope I can use this to its utmost to facilitate more key conversations & challenge how we as deaf, disabled & neuro-divergent people are viewed in this world. We need to emphasise 1/2.
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I’m writing an article on ableism. What’s your most shocking example? Xxx.
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Just had some delightful ableism shouted at me out of a car window “Coronation Street Cabbage” Have we gone back 20 years, they were young men. This isn’t for sympathy. This is for awareness of how prevalent disability hate is. ☹️ #ableism #disability
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I’m so proud that @itvcorrie is covering the situation disabled people have faced in the pandemic and what has happened to many of us once the shielding programme ended back in March. People classed as ‘vulnerable’ have been left without support.
Coronation Street is set to highlight the plight faced by millions of disabled people during the pandemic and the pressures they are under through trying to work remotely whilst shielding. Find out more 👉 #Corrie @cheryleehouston @ITV @WeAreSTV
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Sat outside Parliament being refused to deliver refused to deliver John Prong’s book about benefit deaths and have a meeting about the proposals about future cuts #TheDepartment #NoMoreBenefitDeaths
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2/2 that we have so much talent and joy to contribute. I truly believe that the more we are represented in the media the better we will be treated in society. #MBE #mbe2022 #disability.
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#Disabled #Actors from @DANC_MANC got together to address the concerns around #terminology #fwaqs.#labelbodied @EdinburghTVFest, #EdTVFest.Let’s stop getting tangled in terminology #FWAQjustask 👇👇👇
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Happy Birthday to the wonderful @itvcorrie Thank you for being our household influence when growing up (you couldn’t talk when Corrie was on), then being the job that gave me such wonderful creativity and friendships. 🎉🎉🥰🥰.
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Wow! What a wonderful story to wake up to! Corrie has really helped give disability a place on screen. Something I’m incredibly proud of!.
For today's #60For60, here is a brilliant story about how Coronation Street has had a positive impact on viewer @official_faithm ❤️. 👉 .#Corrie @itv @WeAreSTV @cheryleehouston #Izzy #Gary #Corrie60
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Beyond proud. Cannot believe what we have created! I’m fit to burst!.
We're delighted to announce that this year's BAFTA TV Craft Special Award will honour @TripleC_UK. TripleC helps deaf, disabled and neurodiverse people access the arts and media. We can't wait to celebrate with you at #BAFTATV this Sunday 24th April!
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Coronation Street star Cherylee Houston breaks down talking about her daily struggles just to get around. In a series of videos on social media she showed broken lifts,inaccesible hotel rooms and restaurants. #takingthediss @cheryleehouston
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Starting a new hashtag for #disabled people to use to demonstrate how inaccessible our world is for the next few days #takingthedis my first for the day
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Allow disabled bus pass holders to travel before 9.30am! Please sign the Petition! It's an out dated idea that we don't work or participate in society before 9.30am. Please help by signing & sharing #disability #TakingTheDis.
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What’s frustrating me about this argument about non disabled people playing people with disabilities is that we’re nearly 20% of the population and yet for some reason we’re deemed as not even able to play ourselves, #nothingbaoutuswithoutus at least let us audition. .
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Luggage in wheelchair space where nephew &girlfriend are travelling (🦼👩🦼users) The passenger assist person just tried to get them to get off the train rather than get the people to move luggage then rammed 3rd🦽user into my nephew & hurt his leg .@johnpringdns @TPExpressTrains
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Nephew says he’s sick of whenever he travels of being made to feel like he’s a nuisance or being referred to as “the wheelchair” he just wants to be treated like a human. #TakingTheDis #disability @TPExpressTrains @Tanni_GT.
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Very kindly @bookingcom have sorted out my hotel problem, I’m aware that without my job and a twitter campaign this might not have been the case. I’ve offered them training, this is a problem for many disabled people across many companies. This shouldn’t be the norm re access.☹️.
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Thank you everyone for your kind and supportive messages. So many people with disabilities have contacted me to say the same has happened to them. So I’m really pleased it’s being talked about. Hate is only founded in fear and ignorance so this conversation is helping. Xx.
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So so sad, so sad. RIP Annie, I thoroughly enjoyed your company.
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Please help!! #EDS #Pain they are removing the information about #elhersdanlos from the GP’s website. I went undiagnosed for 14 years & I still struggle to find drs who understand my condition I know how important this is for my community. Please help! Please sign & share ⬇️.
@ehlersdanlosuk stated today that the @rcgp are taking down the #eds #EhlersDanlosSyndrome toolkit for GPs next week - this is devastating news. Sign here to help us try to reverse the decision and retweet!
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Dear Everyone, I don’t understand how film companies keep making films with non disabled actors playing disabled people and understand it’s not realistically telling our stories and it’s really offensive. @GoldwynFilms @ComeAsYouAre
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Disabled people please post as many photos and examples of the access problems we continually face on a daily basis, what’s surprising me about the #TakingTheDis hashtag is the surprise of others about these continuous daily issues, so let’s keep sharing! People want to listen x.
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So my car has multiple stickers saying please don’t park directly behind because I need space to go in the back with my wheelchair #TakingTheDis
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Was just crossing the road and a car beeped and me and a man shouted “Spastic” at me. Wow.
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So proud and honoured to be @NorthPowerWomen #NorthernPowerWoman #NPAwards. A room full of incredible people who’ve done amazing things. #honoured
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Oh my goodness me! These replies have broken my heart, the level of ableism we have to regularly tolerate is unbelievable. Thank you for sharing these. Utterly appalling! Sending love, strength and determination to all! Xxxx.
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I think I might just have a little tweet session the next few days to show the stuff we face all the time #disability
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So @bookingcom response to the fact that an accessible room in a hotel with 2 steps and no ramp is to tell me that access to the room won’t be a problem! I would laugh at this irony if it wasn’t the constant reality of my life.
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When your dentist knows you’re coming and makes life easy for you. They’ve done this for years! @DentistDidsbury #TakingTheDis (not) how nice to feel welcome
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This lady was stuck till 3am at North Colchester Train station as there were no wheelchair accessible cabs for replacement rail services. She thought she would be waiting for a 6am bus #TakingTheDis #news #disability #problems #help.
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Wow! amazing @crucibletheatre have changed their booking process so from March 28th you can book wheelchair spaces online! Whoop! NOT #TakingTheDis NOT . Go to their website and log into your account.
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We had a wonderful time filming #Corrie at home, Bernard our dog sat under the table the whole shoot!.
Coronation Street is set to highlight the plight faced by millions of disabled people during the pandemic and the pressures they are under through trying to work remotely whilst shielding. Find out more 👉 #Corrie @cheryleehouston @ITV @WeAreSTV
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I was worried Bernard wouldn’t be able to fit on my new wheelchair as you have to balance! #BernardBalancing
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I’m incredibly excited as I got to listen to loads of brilliant radio this week as I was on #pickoftheweek @BBCRadio4 you can listen tomorrow at 6.15pm
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One of my aims for the year ahead? I love the way people are coming together under #TakingTheDis Together it will be possible for everyone to realise access should ALWAYS be on the agenda not an add on for “them” - we’re part of the people in the room #NewYearChallenge.
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Pls share.TripleC/DANC is teaming up with ITV Studios and BBC Drama to offer a High-End TV Remote Production Trainee Programme! . This opportunity is for EARLY CAREER deaf, disabled & neurodivergent creatives. #BSL
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Thank you ever so much for the lovely tweets and comments about last nights Corrie, it's been an honour to tell the story of many people.
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I had such a great time filming @itvcorrie who went above and beyond to make it possible for me to carry on working from home. I also got to work with the fabulous @TobyHadoke with Bernard our dog under the table and often on the chair arm between scenes.
Coronation Street is set to highlight the plight faced by millions of disabled people during the pandemic and the pressures they are under through trying to work remotely whilst shielding. Find out more 👉 #Corrie @cheryleehouston @ITV @WeAreSTV
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I’m so excited! All three series of #TinselGirl are now on @BBCSounds Please have a listen, see if you enjoy, #disability #abitgirly #fun #happy
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Six days ago I scrapped some tomato and Chilli seeds from our chopping board onto some compost and look! I didn’t realise fresh seeds grew so quick!
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CBBC are looking for a series regular #disabled #actress aged 9-13 #theworstwitch #asap please share. They need suggestions today
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Netflix award-winning drama THE CROWN are currently searching for a caucasian older woman with mild to moderate learning disabilities aged mid 50’s to mid 60’s to take on a small acting role in February 2020.Email title THE CROWN CASTING SEARCH.kate@ninagold.co.uk.
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So looking forward to chatting to @RuthieeL and @EamonnHolmes at midday on @thismorning talking about how brilliant @itvcorrie have been with Izzy storyline and me & @TobyHadoke filming from home. #corrie #disability #shielding.
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The way a wheelchair user uses their chair after years of use is incredibly different to someone who’s had a go for a short time to play a role. Same with all disabilities there’s a learned knowledge there that you cannot portray other than as mimicry. .
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Whoop! whoop! 🙌.
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I’m incredibly excited. (Photo of raspberry buns about to go in the oven)
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So just talked to a guy who was parked across our drive only to notice he was filming our house and then me, so I asked him if he was filming me and he said he was just snap chatting where I lived. I’m sorry but that’s really intrusive.
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Did you know that disabled people's right to have a lift in a public building is an EU legislation?.
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'what could make life worth living if you're in a wheelchair?' That's the director's stance on the film #MeBeforeYou I'm getting cross again.
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Aw thank you for all the kind messages about this week's #corrie Lucky to be able to show the pain side of disability that is often hidden.
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This is Mr Bernard enjoying a homemade fish stock and grated apple ice lolly.
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Ok. Phew! I’ve finished my 48hr mission of noting all the access issues I encounter as disabled people on a daily basis. This is just a snapshot but I hope it tells the tale well. Thanks so much for all your support. Disabled people lets please keep this going! #TakingTheDis.
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Please help us to raise money to help run our projects and to set up a youth theatre for disabled young people @triplecmanchest
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A documentary I did about #pain and #creativity was repeated on @BBCRadio4 this morning. You can listen again here.
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How many times can you call your boyfriend the dog’s name before it gets you in trouble?.
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Ok I’m already noticing the impact that this few day campaign I’ve given myself on #TakingTheDis is having on my mental health. Now I know why I’ve learnt to pick my battles or giggle about things as the impact it has on your everyday life as a disabled person is massive. ☹️.
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So excited 18 months ago we started @BeeVocalChoir in partnership with @danielmcdwyer on Sunday we’re singing at Wembley before the match to promote mental health #ItsOkNotToBeOk
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Dear Mr & Mrs Hollywood, why can't disabled people just be characters not this skewed view of our lives? #crippingup
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Oh I love it when we get to go in the front entrance rather than round the back, past the bins, through the kitchen, up the tea trolley ramp #TakingTheDis.
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We’re SO excited about this webinar for disabled artists. Julie Hesmondhalgh talks everything you need to know on set as an actor. #disability @DANC_UK.
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I haven’t eaten cake for a few years now because of my #fibro reaction to sugar & gluten, yesterday omg @bake_therapist made me the most amazing gluten & refined sugar free sticky toffee pudding, I think it’s the best dessert I have ever tasted. Thank you!!! Pain didn’t spike! X.
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Anyone with a hidden disability who has actively tried to hide their disability in the workforce to avoid discrimination or persecution? Filmmaker @tessahoffe is reaching out to hear your experiences. Please contact tessa.hoffe@gmail.com. Her short film MAJORITY is on iplayer.
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I’m throwing the idea around in my head of a website which can connect people with similar interests who possibly could be self isolating for a while - “SkypeBuddies” just a way of getting social contact and helping The Mental Health effects of isolation. Can anyone help or pick.
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I'm incredibly honoured to receive the DoubleDay Award from @OfficialUoM on Wednesday - I'm going to talk about the connecting disability, story telling, inclusion, making a change and hopefully it'll be fun to listen to! Get your free Zoom tickets here
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Even after 30 years of managing my disability I don’t have a Dr. There is no NHS funding for diagnosis or treatment of the most common type of my disability #HEds #Eds #EhlersDanlos loads of us manage without any help from the NHS please help change this
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We made an inclusive Christmas advert. #ChristmasTIME with assistance #dog Bernard!. @triplecmanchest @BeeVocalChoir @53two @DANC_MANC . @RMorrisWrites . Subtitled Audio Described Version
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I was just on @BBCRadioManc talking about #TakingTheDis let’s use the hashtag to make a change, highlight good as well as difficult situations around access. Together as a conversation we can make a change much easier #disability #access.
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Wow disability hate crime knocked on our front door today literally. Scary as shows how much our country's instinct is to hate not think 😟😞.
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Haha people commenting on how fast I whizzed through on #corrie tonight. I remember director asking me slow down - I had been going faster. .
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I'm so proud of @thelizcarr speaking out about this issue, we as disabled people haven't yet had our voice added to this discussion, it's so important for us to understand the dangers this can have and has had for disabled people where it has become law.
I urge you to please watch this tonight at 9pm. @thelizcarr an authored documentary on Assisted suicide. A never seen before perspective of the subject through the eyes of Liz & many other disabled people, inc myself. Im v proud to be a small part of this.
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I cried so much during last night's #corrie. Sooo proud of all my colleagues, amazing heartfelt work @lane_paula @JackPShepherd88.
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Ah the joys of being disabled - we all got left in a corridor waiting 20 mins for a security guard to cross a corridor because a lift was broken. I have a feeling non disabled people would get cross often if this was their regular reality! @manairport #TakingTheDis #disability
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Sharing the love for @josierones and everything she does for our community. She’s also extremely funny. Have a look ⬇️.
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I’m aware how fortunate I have been that @itvcorrie went to great lengths to ensure I could continue to work in a safe environment.
Coronation Street is set to highlight the plight faced by millions of disabled people during the pandemic and the pressures they are under through trying to work remotely whilst shielding. Find out more 👉 #Corrie @cheryleehouston @ITV @WeAreSTV
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18 months ago we set up @BeeVocalChoir for people with #mentalhealth #experiences today we’re singing @wembleystadium promoting the @heads_together please help us fund to make a change
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What happened to me the other year when I booked accessible accommodation with you @Booking.com then it took days to sort out and you gave me a 20% refund. this time I expect a replacement room. I’d also love to start the conversation with your managers. I could help!
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Why has it taken me so long to discover that if I take my footplates off & put a towel beneath my feet that cleaning the floor is a doddle?.
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Middle of the night. BF: I haven't slept for hours. Me: You ok sweetie? BF: I'm worried about who they're going to kill in #thewalkingdead.
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Protest at #MeBeforeYou premier. Thanks for getting our opinion heard! Stop portraying us like this Hollywood
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A group of us got together to challenge the concept of the Christmas advert. To include those of us who aren’t usually included and to advertise what Christmas is about #ChristmasTIME Audio Described version:
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Just gathering ideas to make a short video to help with the “We have a ramp” sticker campaign for shops so we know without the demoralising task of having to ask. What “portable ramp” advice would you give? Eg not two separate ones for each wheel, gradient etc? #TakingTheDis.
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It’s the words the government used at the time “It’s ‘just’ the disabled and elderly that will die”. “Just” as though our lives didn’t matter. That’s what broke me. #LabourConference2022 #covid #disability #UnderlyingHealthConditions.
Tories' Covid failure killed disabled people, says Coronation Street star.
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I’m so proud of this woman!!! Go mrs!! #DancingOnIce.
Eat, sleep, ice skate - repeat 🔁 . make sure you tune into @dancingonice tomorrow at 6pm on @ITV to see what my pro skater Dr Tom and I have been getting up to! 💕 #dancingonice #iceskating #lisageorge #corrie #beth #teamlisa
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Try life in a wheelchair and then tell me disabled people have equal rights
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I absolutely loved doing this job! #DoctorWho #BigFinish.
@bonnie_langford @SawbonesHex @cheryleehouston Read more about Cherylee swapping the cobbles of @itvcorrie for alien encounters here:
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People all make choices how they respond to things, actors make these same choices, non disabled people feel frustrated when in placed in the experiences we have as people with disabilities and unfortunately they also become their acting choices, lived experiences also count.
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Do you have to put your shoes on if you're only nipping to the corner shop and you're a wheelchair user? Sighs and puts them on anyway. .
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@BorisJohnson You do know that two thirds of people in this country who have died due to covid are disabled?.
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I am beyond proud to be part of the team behind @beevocal as well as singing, together everyone in the choir has created a supportive, safe community who are being vocal about mental health. We are so pleased to announce that we will be performing at:.
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