Dr Louise Bell 9th June 2026, 14:00-16:00 (hybrid) 14:00 – 14.30: Refreshments in the SCR 14.30-15.30: Research seminar 15.30-16.00: Refreshments Abstract: Dr Bell, University of Lancashire, will be speaking about her doctoral research which explores how UK legislation and initiatives intended to support disability employment often fail in practice, leaving reasonable adjustments discretionary and putting … Continue reading “Hybrid seminar: Disability Employment: From Policy to Practice”
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Online Seminar: Protecting Disabled Consumers in the Online Marketplace
Eliza Varney Abstract (POSTPONED – new date and time tbc): The shopping environment has changed considerably in our lifetime, and the digital marketplace has brought us many advantages, including increased choice and comfort. At the same time, the proliferation of online shopping has also brought with it new challenges. While traders have always sought to … Continue reading “Online Seminar: Protecting Disabled Consumers in the Online Marketplace”
Research Seminar – Disability-Selective Abortions (DSA): Unpacking Messages, Ethics and Stigma
Wednesday 13th May 2026, 14:30-16:30, (in-person event) Overview Disability Law @ Birmingham invites you to an afternoon research seminar (in-person ticket)On May 13th, the Disability Research Group at the University of Birmingham will host a seminar focused on the negative messages, ethical implications, and stigma surrounding disability-selective abortions. Dr Heloise Robinson, Dr Kavana Ramaswamy and … Continue reading “Research Seminar – Disability-Selective Abortions (DSA): Unpacking Messages, Ethics and Stigma”