From campaigning and policy developments to inspiring stories, fundraising and updates from across our network, find out what’s happening and why it matters.
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Garry Ringrose’s selfless concussion call is momentous for sport
In what would have been one of the biggest games of his career, Garry Ringrose made the difficult decision to withdraw from the British and Irish Lions squad ahead of their second Test against Australia.
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Headway sounds the alarm on brain injury funding crisis
Headway’s Chief Executive addressed MPs this week as part of the launch of our new report, “When Funding Fails: The Crisis Facing Brain Injury Charities".
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ABI Games, 20 August 2025
In 2022, Headway Worcestershire received a unique opportunity to host the world’s first ABI Games™.
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Government publishes 10-year health plan for England
Headway welcomes the publication of the UK Government’s NHS 10-Year Health Plan for England, including its focus on rehabilitation in the community.
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Headway releases damning report on the devastating impact of funding cuts on brain injury survivors
A new report by the UK’s leading brain injury charity reveals the devastating impact of funding cuts on community services across the UK- and in turn survivors, who are desperately trying to navigate life after brain injury.
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Government welfare reform bill passes amid further concessions
Headway cautiously welcomes concessions made by the UK government as the controversial welfare reform bill passed through parliament yesterday.
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Headway welcomes new Chair and trustees
Headway UK has appointed a new Chair and Treasurer to its board having said farewell to five outstanding trustees who have recently retired after years of dedicated service.
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Headway charity shop volunteering opportunities called ‘invaluable’ as charity seeks to recruit
'Gaining confidence’, ‘being a valued member of a team’, and ‘improving English language skills’ are just some of the reasons listed by dedicated volunteers working at Headway charity shops across England.
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Family of doting grandmother who died from brain injury following car collision launch fundraiser in her honour
The family of a selfless mum-of-four who passed away following a tragic road traffic collision have raised over £17,000 for a brain injury charity in just two days, honouring the way she lived, by “helping others first”.
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Concerns remain despite Government U-turn on benefits reform
Headway has cautiously welcomed the government’s U-turn on disability benefits reform, while expressing deep concern that new claimants will not receive the help and support they need.
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Response to the Government’s latest welfare reform proposals
Headway has reiterated its concerns that the Government’s proposed changes to welfare benefits will have a devastating effect on those living with brain injury.
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Reaction to the Chancellor’s Spending Review
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has outlined spending plans for the coming years.
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