Although it wasn't mentioned in the Queen's speech I saw some press
comment later (probably The Independent) that this hadn't gone away.
Get in contact with Mind the mental health charity who are campaigning
on this issue.
Sue Kendrick
> Barry Farleigh wrote:
>
>
> Does everybody think the draft mental health act has gone away or
> should we still be scared about certain aspects of what was proposed
> 'sectioning'
>
> Can anybody help me with this student enquiry regarding funding pasted
> below?
>
> "I'm writing to ask you for some information regarding state benefits
> whilst a full-time student. I am currently studying at Edinburgh Uni'
> on an Access course and would like some info regarding my disability (
> as far as I am aware I am not registered disabled) and entitlement to
> benefits on becoming a full time student.
>
> I have been diagnosed schizophrenic since 1990. I am currently in
> receipt of Incapacity benefit, Income support, DLA (middle rate care),
> Housing benefit (for my full rent) and have an exemption for Council
> Tax. Could you inform me as to which of these benefits I would still
> be entitled to on becoming a full-time undergraduate student? I am
> currently submitting my UCAS form to commence a full time degree
> course in October 2003".
>
> Regards
>
> Barry
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