News Archives - Disability Equality North West

Bulletin #51 Nov 2026 – Jan 2027

Bulletin, DENW, NewsBy D 5 November 2026

You can find an accessible pdf version here — https://disability-equality.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Bulletin-51-Nov-2026-Jan-2027.pdf General Contact Details Lancashire Independent Living Service (LILS) Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm Telephone: 01772 558863 (option 1) Email: lils@disability-equality.org.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancashireIndependentLivingService General Advice Monday to Friday: 9:30am – 3pm for face to face. Until 4pm for telephone and email advice. Telephone: 01772 558863…

DENW’s Halloween Party Photo Blog

DENW, General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 3 November 2026

We had lots of spooky fun for our Halloween Party at the DENW Community Hub! The event was a collaboration between Disability Equality NW and Lifeways, including activities: Roll to Dice to Draw a Monster, Crosswords, Wordsearches, Biscuit Decorating, and, the star of the show: Halloween Bingo! (wonderfully hosted by Lifeways Staff Member Ellis) This…

Tea Party with Mel and the Mayor of Preston

General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 26 October 2026

We’re delighted to celebrate our very own Mel, who was recently recognised with a High Street Hero Award for the fantastic contribution she makes to Preston city centre. As part of the celebrations, Mel joined fellow High Street Hero winners for a special afternoon tea with the Mayor of Preston, recognising the individuals and businesses…

Lesley Finley Community Award 2026 Nominations Now Open

DENW, Event, General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 19 October 2026

It’s that time of year again to get your nominations in… this award is to recognise a disabled person who has made a positive impact on the lives of other disabled people in Lancashire. Deadline for nominations to be returned is Friday 13th November 2026. If shortlisted, both you and your nominated person will be invited…

DENW CEO Mel close wins Preston High Street Heroes Awards

DENW, General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 9 October 2026

We are delighted to share that Mel Close from Disability Equality North West (DENW) has been named the winner of the Dougie Lowe City Ambassador Award at the Preston High Street Heroes Awards. Organised in partnership with Preston BID and Visit Preston, the awards shine a spotlight on the people and organisations whose commitment, customer…

Blue Light Day 2026 Event at The DENW Community Hub

DENW, General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 2 October 2026

We had a fun and insightful Blue Light Day, a Community Safety and Information Day at the Hub Event. On the Day, we had 4 stalls, from Lancashire Constabulary’s Complaints Team, North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) First Responders, Stay In The Know with local Police Community Support Officers, and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS).…

Community Lunches every Thursday at DENW Community Hub

General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 28 September 2026

A quick reminder about our weekly community lunches! Join us every Thursday from 12.30pm till 3pm. Food will be served until 1:30pm – Tea, Coffee and Biscuits available till 4pm Location: Disability Equality (NW) Ltd. Community Hub23 Sedgwick Street, Preston, PR1 1TP1pm–3pm every ThursdayNumber 48 Bus Route – 🅿️ Blue Badge spaces outside For access…

DENW’s 30th Anniversary Celebrations

DENW, General, NewsBy Liz Hardwick 28 September 2026

A brilliant event marking three decades of bringing people together, sharing knowledge and building a fantastic community. Here are a few photos from DENW’s 30th Anniversary Party. A great chance to celebrate everything that’s been achieved over the last 30 years, catch up with familiar faces and look forward to what comes next. 🥂🎂

Bulletin #50 – Sep-Dec 2026

Bulletin, DENW, NewsBy D 7 September 2026

You can find an accessible pdf version here — https://disability-equality.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Bulletin-50-September-Quarterly-2026.pdf General Contact Details Lancashire Independent Living Service (LILS) Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm Telephone: 01772 558863 (option 1) Email: lils@disability-equality.org.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancashireIndependentLivingService General Advice Monday to Friday: 9:30am – 3pm for face to face. Until 4pm for telephone and email advice. Telephone: 01772 558863…

Bulletin #49 – July 2026

Bulletin, DENW, NewsBy D 2 July 2026

You can find an accessible pdf version here — https://disability-equality.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bulletin-49-July-2026.pdf General Contact Details Lancashire Independent Living Service (LILS) Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm Telephone: 01772 558863 (option 1) Email: lils@disability-equality.org.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LancashireIndependentLivingService General Advice Monday to Friday: 9:30am – 3pm for face to face. Until 4pm for telephone and email advice. Telephone: 01772…

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