Special Report

Modern Workplace: Disability

We take a look at the struggles many disabled people face in finding employment, as well as the schemes and technology to help them become and remain economically active

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Uphill struggle to hire the disabled

Good intentions do not always translate into concrete outcomes for capable workers

Employers, give yourselves a chance to find hidden talents

Lack of opportunity for disabled men and women remains a disgrace, writes former UK home secretary

How flexible attitudes can help staff pull their weight

Acknowledging employee needs is the first step to solving problems

Companies grapple with growing legal obligations

Many organisations remain unclear on how best to comply with local laws

Chinese employers choose fines over meeting quota laws

A large gap remains between Beijing’s formal policies and life on the ground

Enabling tech can be catalyst for innovation that helps all

Tools designed to help those with disabilities have wider use

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