Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 13 July 2020, we asked a question about phase three of Scotland’s lockdown Results Do you have any concerns about the measures that are being introduced as part of Phase 3 of the easing of lockdown?  YES –64% (52 respondents) NO –36% (29 respondents) Comments The following is a summary of the main themes and key concerns of our members regarding phase 3 of the easing of lockdown. We provide verbatim comments where appropriate to illustrate strength of feeling
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Weekly Poll Results –Face Covering Exemptions (Week Beginning 6 July 2020) Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 6 July 2020, we asked a question about face covering exemptions. Results Question 1. Are you able to wear a face covering? YES – 62% (147 respondents) NO – 38% (92 respondents) Question 2. Are you concerned about being judged for not wearing a face covering? YES – 89% (178 respondents) NO – 11% (21 respondents) Question 3. Do you fear being the victim of a hate crime if
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Two-Metre Physical Distancing Rule Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 29 June 2020, we asked a question about the two-metre physical distancing rule. Results Should the two-metre rule remain in place in Scotland? YES – 98% (438 respondents) NO – 2% (11 respondents) Comments The following is a summary of the main themes and key concerns of our members regarding the two-metre physical distancing rule.  We provide verbatim comments where appropriate to illustrate strength of feeling or personal experience. Please note that the survey was
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Weekly Poll Results – Hate Crime Bill (Week Beginning 22 June 2020) Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 22 June, we asked  questions about the Hate Crime Bil. Question 1. Do you think the new bill will improve on existing legislation for hate crime in Scotland? YES – 68% (32 respondents) NO – 32% (15 respondents) Question 2. Does the bill give the right protections for disabled people?  YES – 57% (26 respondents) NO – 43% (20 respondents)  Question 3. Are there any groups that are overlooked in
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Shielding (Week Beginning 15 June 2020) Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 15 June, we asked a question about people in the shielding category. Question: If you are shielding or at high risk from COVID-19, do you think there is enough information and support available to you? Results: Yes – 22% (24 respondents) No – 78% (87 respondents) Comments:  Shielding Category There were mixed opinions from respondents on the information and support available for people in the shielding category.  Some
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Face Coverings (Week Beginning 8 June 2020) Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week beginning 8 June, we asked a question about face coverings on public transport. Question: If a face covering were to be mandatory on public transport, would you wear one? Results: Yes – 99% (762 respondents) No –  1% (6 respondents) Comments:  The following is a summary of the main themes and key concerns of our members regarding face coverings on public transport. We provide verbatim comments where appropriate
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Easing of Lockdown Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week commencing 1 June 2020, we posed three questions: Question 1. Do you have any concerns about the easing of lockdown, especially if you or someone you know is shielding? YES –90% (113 respondents) NO – 10% (12 respondents) Question 2. Has information about the easing of lockdown in Scotland been reported in a clear and accessible manner? YES –62% (78 respondents) NO – 38% (47 respondents) Question 3. Are you confident that the new Test
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Physical Distancing Each week Disability Equality Scotland send out a poll question to our members on a topical issue.  For the week commencing 25 May 2020, by request of the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland (MACS), we posed the following question: Question: During your daily exercise, or when undertaking essential journeys, have you experienced any issues with physically distancing? Results: Yes – 99% (907 respondents) No –  1% (13 respondents) Your Comments: Infrastructure Pavements in general are not wide enough nor equipped to deal with disabled peoples’ needs even without the need for physical distancing. 
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Mental Health (Week Beginning 18 May 2020) Question: Has your mental health been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic? Results: Yes – 69% (50 respondents) No –  31% (22 respondents) Your Comments: Impact on Mental Health The current crisis and lockdown restrictions have had a significant impact on the mental health and wellbeing of some respondents. This includes an increase in stress, anxiety, and depression. “When in a 12-week lockdown and you cannot see your family, it is not a nice place to be in mentally.” “Lockdown is causing stress, depression, and claustrophobia.” “Being blind
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Weekly Poll Results – COVID-19: Furlough Job Retention Scheme (Week Beginning 11 May) Question: Do you think there is enough support in place for employers and employees across Scotland? Results: Yes – 37% (25 respondents) No –  63% (42 respondents) Your Comments: Self-employed Some respondents felt there is a lack of support for people who are self-employed. “Particularly poor support for self-employed and those needing to turn to the social security system for help. The delay in receiving any financial assistance is unacceptable with claimants for universal credit having to wait weeks for a decision and then a further few
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