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Community Stories
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Is MS Considered a Disability in the UK?
Yes – Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is legally recognised as a disability in the UK under the Equality Act 2010. That means if MS has a long-term, significant impact on your daily life (which it often does), you’re entitled to support and reasonable adjustments at work, in education, and beyond. But the symptoms of MS are […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
July 4, 2025
Community Stories
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Is OCD considered a Disability in the UK?
Yes – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is legally recognised as a disability in the UK under the Equality Act 2010. That means if OCD has a significant, long-term effect on your daily life, you have the right to support and reasonable adjustments at work, in education, and beyond. But like most things, it’s not always […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
June 27, 2025
Community Stories
3 min read
Deafblind Awareness Week 2025 – Deafblind Access in the UK: Your Rights & How to Get Support
Whether you’re deafblind, supporting someone who is, or just want to be a better ally, here’s what you need to know about your rights, the support you’re entitled to, and how to actually get it.
Purpl
June 24, 2025
Community Stories
6 min read
Is Diabetes a Disability in the UK?
Is diabetes a disability in the UK? Discover how diabetes is legally recognised as a disability and your rights to support.
Purpl
June 17, 2025
Community Stories
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Win a Premium Food Intolerance Test worth £199
We’ve partnered with Check Your Body to offer one lucky Purpl member the chance to win a Premium Food Tolerance Test worth £199 in our Purpl giveaway. If you’ve ever suspected certain foods might be affecting your health but didn’t known where to start, this is a great opportunity to get some answers and win this fantastic prize. […]
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
June 9, 2025
Community Stories
2 min read
Learning to Slow Down: How MS Reshaped My Life and My Work
As a Purpl partner, Indu is offering our members an exclusive deal on emotional support therapy: Buy 5 sessions and get 1 free – for the whole time you work with her.
Purpl
June 6, 2025
Community Stories
3 min read
Pride, But Make It Accessible: A Guide for Disabled & Neurodivergent People
We’ve pulled together a guide that gives you the full Pride picture – from the barriers and wins to practical tips, events doing it right, what to pack, and how to keep yourself safe and seen.
Purpl
June 5, 2025
Community Stories
3 min read
Is Dyslexia Considered a Disability in the UK?
Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental difference that primarily affects skills involved in accurate and fluent reading and spelling. But that’s just the start.
Purpl
June 5, 2025
Community Stories
4 min read
Is ADHD Considered a Disability in the UK?
ADHD is one of the most misunderstood and under-supported conditions in the country. It’s often written off as “just being easily distracted,” “a bit hyper,” or – especially in women – not ADHD at all.
Purpl
May 27, 2025









