Around 20 campaigners tried to get into the House of Commons chamber during prime ministers questions today in protest at the ending of the independent living fund. Commons officials prevented broadcasters filming the events.{jcomments on}

One protestor and their carer were ejected from Westminster but no arrests were made.

A DWP spokesperson accused protestors of scaremongering.

You can read a detailed report on the BBC website

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