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Epilepsy Society response to government benefit reforms

Although announced plans state that people with severe long-term health conditions will be protected and will not face reassessments, the charity is concerned about how people with epilepsy will be assessed. We urge the government to clarify the impact of its proposals as soon as possible to provide peace of mind to disabled people that benefits will not be withdrawn or frozen before additional support is provided.

Harry Potter memorabilia going under the hammer for Epilepsy Society

Michele Finch, co-founder of toffs.com, the replica football shirt company, has pledged to donate 10 per cent of the proceeds of an auction of film and music memorabilia to Epilepsy Society. The items include original dress making patterns for Quidditch outfits designed for Harry Potter actors, gold discs featuring recording artists including Billy Ocean and radio interview tapes with Sir Elton John. The auction takes place on 28 February at Ewbank Auctions in Surrey. 

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