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Merlin’s Magic Wand How Disabled and Seriously Ill Children Can Get Free Tickets to UK Theme Parks and Attractions

Merlin’s Magic Wand: How Disabled and Seriously Ill Children Can Get Free Tickets to UK Theme Parks and Attractions

Merlin’s Magic Wand is a charity set up to help disabled, seriously ill, or disadvantaged children aged 2–18 experience magical days out.

Purpl
Purpl

July 15, 2025

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Win a Luxury Fragrance Bundle Worth £270 — In Partnership with Beauty Base

We’ve teamed up with the brilliant team at Beauty Base to bring you an exclusive giveaway — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Purpl
Purpl

July 8, 2025

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Is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Considered a Disability in the UK?

Yes — Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is legally recognised as a disability in the UK. In England, Scotland and Wales, MS is treated as a disability under the Equality Act 2010 from the point of diagnosis. That legal protection matters because MS can be unpredictable — symptoms can fluctuate, change over time, and affect daily life […]

Purpl
Purpl

July 4, 2025

A pink background with three white speech bubbles near the top, each containing a black question mark. Below them, a bold black banner features the text “OCD” in large white letters. Underneath, smaller white and pink text reads: “Is it considered a disability in the UK?” The bottom of the image has a curved pattern of white and lilac dots, giving a playful yet informative feel.

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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 27, 2025

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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
Purpl

June 24, 2025

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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
Purpl

June 17, 2025

Giveaway promotion featuring Check My Body Health's Premium Food and Drink Intolerance Test worth £199, highlighting 286 food and drink items tested with home to lab blood sample testing for identifying intolerances and supporting healthy living.

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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
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 9, 2025

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
Purpl

June 6, 2025

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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
Purpl

June 5, 2025