Aberlour’s response to the Scottish Government’s Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill consultation

Despite the progress made through incorporation of the UNCRC and towards the incorporation of four further UN human rights treaties into Scots law, it is clear there is still much work to be done to protect, respect and champion the human rights of all our citizens in culture and practice across Scotland. Furthermore, despite decades of data gathering, developments in terms of legislative provision and public and political understanding of the specific, additional, and alternative needs of people with learning disabilities, autism, and neurodivergent people, we too often see their rights not being upheld. The rights breaches that these communities continue to experience daily remain pervasive.

We welcome the Scottish Government’s consultation to explore how we best support and further enhance the rights of people with learning disabilities, autism and neurodivergent people, the national conversation it has prompted, and the opportunity to respond.

Read our response to the Scottish Government’s Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill consultation.