10,000 Interns: Addressing disability employment gap key in 2023

‘Grossly unacceptable inequality gap’

The disability inequality gap has continued to widen in 2022 to a “grossly unacceptable” level, according to the 10,000 Interns Foundation, which is making this issue a key focus to address in 2023.

Recent data shows the gap between workplace equality for disabled and able-bodies persons continues to be imbalanced, despite increasing awareness of the issue. The Office for National Statistics' latest report found the disability employment rate was 52.7% in Q2 2021, compared to 81% for non-disabled people. 10,000 Black Interns: It is about culture rather than diversity In a UK Disability Survey Research Report published by the government last June, statements from those surveyed included one response highlighting the issues of current laws. "The employment and discrimination ...