Japan’s first severely disabled lawmakers join parliament (BBC)

Two politicians have taken their seats in Japan’s parliament as the first lawmakers with severe disabilities.

Yasuhiko Funago and Eiko Kimura are both largely paralysed and rely on carers for their physical needs.

Their election last month has been seen as major step for representation and the visibility of disabled people Japan.

The upper house underwent special modifications to allow for their access. Read more

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