The Inspector

The new single equalities and human rights watchdog for Britain begins life in a week and a half, swallowing up the existing Disability Rights Commission, Commission for Racial Equality and Equal Opportunities Commission.
However, the Commission for Equality and Human Rights begins its existence with question marks over its potential to deliver a more equal society for disabled, black and minority ethnic, gay and older people, women and those persecuted for their beliefs.

Heard a very interesting debate on Radio 4 last night on being transgender .

Yesterday's decision by the House of Lords to maintain the exlusion of independent care homes under contract from councils from liability under the Human Rights Act is a massive blow for disabled and older people.