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IDLES superfan with Angelman syndrome performs onstage with favourite band
Punk band IDLES and superfan Alastair Smith
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IDLES superfan with Angelman syndrome performs onstage with favourite band

Big Issue introduced music fanatic Alastair Smith, who has Angelman syndrome, to his favourite band IDLES in June. The 20 year old was then handed the chance to join the punk rockers on tour. 'He may not calm down for some time,' his mum said
Housing advice for people with learning disabilities: 'It's so important people know their rights'
Learning Disability Week 2024

Housing advice for people with learning disabilities: 'It's so important people know their rights'

I have terminal cancer and a learning disability. Life would be miserable without my social care worker
Learning Disability Week 2024

I have terminal cancer and a learning disability. Life would be miserable without my social care worker

One in five Brits say they feel 'reluctant' just talking to someone with a learning disability
Learning disability week 2024

One in five Brits say they feel 'reluctant' just talking to someone with a learning disability

Big Issue and Mencap break new ground with magazine compiled entirely by people with a learning disability
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Big Issue and Mencap break new ground with magazine compiled entirely by people with a learning disability

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Big Issue partners with Mencap for special edition put together by people with learning disabilities
Learning disability week 2024

Big Issue partners with Mencap for special edition put together by people with learning disabilities