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Challenging the myths around Disability Living Allowance eligibility

Listen to Derek, welfare rights expert from Contact's helpline, explains Disability Living Allowance (DLA) and dispels common myths on eligibility. To find out more about DLA, visit contact.org.uk/dla


Podcast transcript: https://contact.org.uk/help-for-families/information-advice-services/the-helpful-podcast-for-families-with-disabled-children/challenging-the-myths-around-disability-living-allowance-eligibility-podcast-transcript/

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