The Welsh Government has today launched a consultation on its
Disabled People's Rights Plan, setting out a positive ambition
for advancing the rights and opportunities of all disabled people
across Wales over the next decade.
Based on the Social Model of Disability and guided by the
principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of Disabled People,
the consultation outlines both immediate actions and long-term
outcomes to create lasting change in how society addresses
barriers to inclusion.
The plan is based on the work of the Disability Rights Taskforce,
which brought together people with lived experience and
expertise. It addresses real challenges faced by disabled people
in their everyday lives, with thematic working groups focusing on
specific areas.
Following the consultation, an External Advisory Board will
provide ongoing expertise and oversight as the plan moves into
implementation.
The Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, , said: "As a government
we are committed to ensuring that disabled people can participate
in Welsh society on an equitable basis, free from barriers, and
to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
"Despite some progress in recent years, disabled people in Wales
continue to face significant barriers in everyday life. This
10-year plan represents our commitment to true inclusion and
participation.
"The Disability Rights Taskforce's work has extensively shaped
this plan, ensuring it's grounded in lived experience. Now we
need to hear from as many disabled people and organisations as
possible to ensure the final plan delivers meaningful change
across Wales."
The 12-week consultation welcomes input from individuals,
community groups, businesses and organisations, with particular
emphasis on hearing directly from disabled people about their
priorities.
The consultation is open until 7 August 2025.
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People can provide their comments in any of the following ways:
complete the online form, download, complete our response form
and email: DisabledPeoplesRightsPlanConsultation@gov.wales
, download and complete our response form and post to:
Disability Rights Taskforce
Equality and Human Rights Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
They can also provide feedback via BSL recording to the Taskforce
mailbox. Documents are available in British Sign Language, Welsh
and English. Additionally, versions are available in audio,
braille, easy read, children and youth friendly.
