There have been some key improvements in both the socio-economic experiences of disabled people in the last 20 years, and in related government policies. Nevertheless, few disabled people are optimistic about what the future holds. We must not lose sight of the progress that has been made and ensure that the Conservative Party continues to promote a society in which all people can participate and realise their full potential. How can this be achieved? What are the challenges facing our Party regarding disability policy and what is it like to be a Conservative with a disability?

Maria Miller MP

Maria was born in Wolverhampton and studied at The London School of Economics. She worked in marketing prior to entering Parliament in 2005 to represent Basingstoke.

She was appointed to the Trade and Industry Select Committee, became Shadow Minister for Education in December 2005, then Shadow Minister for Family Welfare in…