Disabled people wanting to stand in Welsh local government elections 2022 can now apply for funding
The Welsh 'Access to Elected Office' fund has been set up to help disabled people with the additional costs they face when standing for election. The Welsh Government has announced that applications can now be made to the fund by those wanting to stand in the Local Government elections in 2022.
The fund can pay for reasonable expenses such as travel and assistive technology, and is managed by Disability Wales. It is also available for those seeking election to community and town councils in 2022. You can read the Welsh government's announcement here.
To find out how to apply, visit the Disability Wales website.
Posted 2021-10-25 01:30:26