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📢 Inclusive design and access to mainstream services for People with Learning Disabilities

People with learning disabilities still face digital, communication, and workplace barriers.

“Inclusivity needs to be the norm, not the novelty.”

👉 See Rights. Equality. Inclusion. zurl.co/JSUuG
December 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
📢 Health & Wellbeing

Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years earlier on average, often from preventable causes. Annual Health Checks save lives.

We’re calling for consistent health checks, better data systems, and fairer social care.

👉Rights. Equality. Inclusion. zurl.co/zPQJj
December 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
📢 Independent Living Now

171 people with learning disabilities are still in hospital, nearly half ready to leave but blocked by lack of support. This must change.

👉 Explore our Rights. Equality. Inclusion. zurl.co/t7IAz
#RightsEqualityInclusion #SP2026 #LearningDisabilityScotland
December 3, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Welcome to the team!

We are pleased to introduce you to Rachel Jardine, SCLD's new Admin & Compliance Officer 📨💻.

Read what Rachel has to say about her induction to our team here zurl.co/xZluq


Please join us in giving Rachel a warm welcome!



#InclusiveWorkplacesWeek
November 20, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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📣 NEW REPORT LAUNCH! – “My Rights”

Here's the key messages from the NIN meeting on 3 Sept.

With 87 attendees, and a presentation from @scldnews.bsky.social, the day was filled with powerful examples of when rights are met in people's lives.

Read the full report here:
shorturl.at/Yehes
November 19, 2025 at 3:57 PM
The UK Government has asked the Supreme Court to change the Cheshire West ruling, which protects people deprived of their liberty from neglect or abuse. Charities warn this could strip vital safeguards for people with learning disabilities, dementia & autism.
📰 Check out our latest article, courtesy of Lorne Berkley (SCLD), on the UK Govt's recent call for the Supreme Court to overturn the #CheshireWest ruling.

Read the full article here: www.hrcscotland.org/news/news/ch...

Plain text version also available

@scldnews.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Yesterday, SCLD and our Include For Good Rapporteurs were teamed up with the Fraser of Allander Institute and Salveson Mindroom for a 2-hour workshop on Hiring and Developing Diverse Talent: Neurodivergence and Learning Disability in the Workplace.
November 6, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Young people and families look to professionals for advice that’s spot on. But how can you be sure you’re on top of the latest developments?

Compass is always up to date on transitions in Scotland.

Create a Pro account today. Go to www.compasslaunch.scot to find out more and sign up.
November 5, 2025 at 7:40 AM
👏 It’s #TrusteesWeek!

A huge thank you to our incredible trustees for the time, expertise and heart you bring to everything we do.

Your guidance helps drive our vision of a fairer Scotland where people with learning disabilities live full, safe and loving lives.

We couldn’t do it without you 💙
November 4, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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📢 Find out about news, events and opportunities
📣 Join the conversation on learning disability in Scotland.

Our eFocus keeps you connected to all things learning disability in Scotland.

📝 Sign up now at zurl.co/QY5r9
October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Include For Good Rapporteurs want to say thank you to @kerryldnurse93.bsky.social and @scott-taylor.bsky.social for meeting with us today. We look forward to working together strategically.

#IncludeForGood #Rapporteurs #LearningDisability #MakingChangeHappen #Health
October 21, 2025 at 2:09 PM
The Include For Good Rapporteurs are today meeting with @scott-taylor.bsky.social and @kerryldnurse93.bsky.social . We are looking forward to hearing their ideas on how we might work together at a strategic level. Tune in later for updates. 

#IncludeForGood #Rapporteurs #LearningDisability
October 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Looking forward to joining you next week
The Include For Good Rapporteurs are looking forward to meeting with Scott Taylor and Kerry Anderson on Tuesday 21st October. Scott and Kerry are Learning Disability Nurse Consultants and co-chairs of the Scottish Learning Disability Lead Nurse Group.
October 15, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The Include For Good Rapporteurs are looking forward to meeting with Scott Taylor and Kerry Anderson on Tuesday 21st October. Scott and Kerry are Learning Disability Nurse Consultants and co-chairs of the Scottish Learning Disability Lead Nurse Group.
October 15, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Want to build a stronger, more inclusive team? Join our 2-hour interactive workshop, alongside Fraser of Allander Institute and Mindroom, for employers on hiring & supporting neurodivergent people and those with learning disabilities. Gain confidence, practical tools & fresh insight

zurl.co/qjRzd
October 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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🎓 Yesterday, we celebrated the graduation of our Our Future Leaders participants — recognising ten weeks of learning, reflection & collaboration.

Congratulations to all involved, and thank you to @scldnews.bsky.social , @inspiringscotland.bsky.social , & everyone who made it possible. 👏 #Inclusion
October 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
A wonderful celebratory graduation for the latest Our Future Leaders cohort at the Hibs Social Club. 

Ten weeks of learning about leadership, celebrating with friends and family. 

A massive achievement by all the graduates, with support from Inspiring Scotland, The Action Group and SCLD.
October 10, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Lorne Berkley, SCLD's strategic Lead has written a blog highlighting the need for investment in community-based housing and support, more accessible and adaptable homes, and genuine choice and control for people with learning disabilities over where and how they live.

🔗zurl.co/BA3he
October 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence has published a new report examining delivery and funding of housing support in Scotland and assessing the costs and benefits of typical services.

Link to report: zurl.co/ojX8c

Link to executive summary: zurl.co/lUfSc
October 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Join us on Thursday 11th December 2025 to mark 25 years of #learningdisabilities research at the @uofglasgow.bsky.social We'll be sharing the latest findings & celebrating the role of partnership across our work. Registration is now open for this free event - bit.ly/4nGNVhC
September 29, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🌟 Invitation to our Listening for Directions Workshop! 🌟

Are you an older person with a learning disability? We want to hear from you!

📅 Date: Tuesday 15th October
🕚 Time: 11am – 1pm
💻 Where: Zoom (online)

👉 To join, email:
✉️ [email protected]
✉️ [email protected]
September 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Cameron Smith spoke on a panel at the #FOI50 Conference, discussing opportunities in Scotland’s labour market.

The panel highlighted the need for stronger collaboration & better employment data for people with learning disabilities.

#Employability #LearningDisabilities
September 18, 2025 at 4:34 PM
✨ Today is #ScottishHousingDay

The Life I Want discuss what makes a good neighbour and their forthcoming work with Housing Associations to explore how communities can be more inclusive for people with learning disabilities.

Read the full blog here zurl.co/rsgx5

@scothousingday.bsky.social
September 17, 2025 at 10:30 AM
💜 Thank you for making #ScotLDWeek25 unforgettable!

The stories shared, pledges made, and events hosted show the strength of our community and the change we can create together.

🌐 Visit our website to keep involved year-round. zurl.co/0CWut
#ScotLDWeek25 #IAmHereScotland
September 15, 2025 at 9:37 AM
📢 Last Chance to Apply!

We’re hiring for two exciting hybrid roles:

✨ Networks and Events Officer (£28,000 pro-rata, 21 hours)
✨ Administration and Compliance Officer (£28,000 pro-rata, 21 hours)

⏰ Applications today – apply now 👉zurl.co/QPCIQ
September 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM