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Mencap Myth Buster with Down Syndrome walks into the Guinness World Records books

By Jill Dando News Michael Beynon has achieved a Guinness World Records title by walking 100km in one week – inspiring people with a learning disability along the way. Michael Beynon, a 29-year-old marathon runner from Chirk, North Wales, who has Down Syndrome has achieved a Guinness World Records title. Michael

Disabilities Correspondent

Determination Triumphs: Ciara Lawrence's Journey at Mencap

By Ellise Hollie-Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent In a testament to perseverance and advocacy, Ciara Lawrence, a woman with a learning disability, has become a beacon of hope for many. For 24 years, Ciara Lawrence has been an integral part of Mencap, the UK's leading learning disability charity, where she