Disability Research on Independent Living & Learning (DRILL)

DRILL is a Four Nation Research Project which delivers the world's first major research programme led by disabled people.

DRILL (Disability Research on Independent Living and Learning) is an innovative 5 year UK wide Programme led by disabled people, for disabled people and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF).

Launched in 2015, the Programme is led by Disability Action NI in partnership with Disability Rights UK, Disability Wales and Inclusion Scotland.

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Disability Action Transport Scheme

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Driving Assessment

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Driving Lessons

Learning or re-learning to drive can be a daunting experience but don’t worry, here at Disability Action we have a team of dedicated staff that will support you along every step of the way.
Help to find work and help to find suitable candidates

Looking for and trying to get a new job, from updating CVs to knowing how to prepare for interviews, can be a bit overwhelming. Disability Action's Job Match works with local employers of all sizes, to help disabled people get the new job they are looking for.
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We undertake driving assessments on behalf of Driver Vehicle Agency (DVA), Motability and for private clients.