Reigniting Direct Payments: The Power of the Right Support

A national conference exploring rights-based Direct Payment support, independent living and co-production. Reigniting Direct Payments: The Power of the Right Support Join Disabled people, Direct Payment support providers, local authorities, policymakers and partner organisations for a national conversation about the future of Direct Payments and independent living. This disability-led conference will explore what good Direct Payment support looks like in practice, with a focus on rights-based approaches, co-production, accessibility, choice and control. The day will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, lived experience perspectives and round-table conversations designed to encourage practical learning, honest discussion and sector-wide collaboration. Topics will include: • The future of Direct Payments and independent living • What good Direct Payment support looks like in practice • Independent living, choice, control and disability rights • Co-production and lived experience leadership • Innovation and examples of good practice in Direct Payment support • Workforce, Personal Assistant and support provider challenges • Future priorities for government, local authorities and the sector Conference Host Pat Stack - Chair, National Direct Payment Forum Confirmed speakers Frances Hasler – Social Care Future Action Group Cheryl Gowar – The King's Fund Lynne Turnbull – Disability Positive Alex Johnston – Direct Payment Support Providers Network Jade Hamnett – ILG Community Angie Stewart – Disability North Further speakers to be announced. The event aims to create a welcoming and accessible space for learning, networking and influencing the future direction of Direct Payments across the UK. Accessibility and inclusion are central to the event. Attendees will be able to share their access and dietary requirements during registration. How to Find Us Nearest step-free stations: • Royal Victoria (DLR) – approximately 5 minutes' walk • Canning Town (Jubilee Line and DLR) • Custom House (Elizabeth Line and DLR) • West Silvertown (DLR)