Teddington neighbours intervene after spina bifida patient has mobility scooter taken away

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A woman with spina bifida who had her mobility scooter taken away got her independence back after neighbours in Teddington stepped in to help.

Gina Byrne's spine is curving at such a rate she is now three-and-a-half foot tall and her left leg is six inches shorter than her right.

But because she can walk 20 metres the government changed her disability allowance and took away her scooter.

Facing the loss of her independence help came from Gina's friends and neighbours who raised over £3,000 to buy her a replacement.

Clare raised £3,250 which means Gina will get a new scooter along with an orthopedic bed.