This multi-year grant supports the setup and management of the Access to Elected Office Fund to assist disabled candidates contesting local and national elections in England, Northern Ireland, and UK Parliamentary elections. It funds disability-related expenses such as BSL interpretation and accessible transport, excluding standard campaign costs. The grant covers administration, outreach, accessible communications, and fund disbursement to third-party providers to ensure equitable electoral participation.
Eligible applicants are UK-based non-governmental, non-profit organizations such as Disabled People’s Organisations or expert third-sector groups with disability expertise. Applicants must have operated for at least 2 years, provide financial accounts, and demonstrate political impartiality and acce
