Disability Equality Scotland: General Election Briefing #3 Who We Are Disability Equality Scotland (DES) is a member-led, Disabled People’s Organisation (DPO), working towards the inclusion and accessibility of all disabled people across Scotland in all of society. Our work is based on a human rights approach, and we share the collective voices of disabled people to inform and influence policymaking decisions. We adhere to the social model of disability and are a proud member of the Independent Living Movement. DES also acts as the umbrella body for the Scottish Access Panel Network. Accessible Public Services This general election is a
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Disability Equality Scotland: General Election Briefing #2 Who We Are Disability Equality Scotland (DES) is a member-led, Disabled People’s Organisation (DPO), working towards the inclusion and accessibility of all disabled people across Scotland in all of society. Our work is based on a human rights approach, and we share the collective voices of disabled people to inform and influence policymaking decisions. We adhere to the social model of disability and are a proud member of the Independent Living Movement. DES also acts as the umbrella body for the Scottish Access Panel Network. National Health Service and Social Security Reform: Delivering a
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Disability Equality Scotland: General Election Briefing #1 Who We Are Disability Equality Scotland (DES) is a member-led, Disabled People’s Organisation (DPO), working towards the inclusion and accessibility of all disabled people across Scotland in all of society. Our work is based on a human rights approach, and we share the collective voices of disabled people to inform and influence policymaking decisions. We adhere to the social model of disability and are a proud member of the Independent Living Movement. DES also acts as the umbrella body for the Scottish Access Panel Network. Election Priorities for Disabled People: An Introduction The
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Fact Sheet: Hate Crime What is the issue we asked members about? With the enactment of the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act from 1 April 2024, we wanted an updated picture of people’s experiences of hate crime when travelling on public transport. We carried out a members question in June 2024, to gain members views and experiences. We had 52 responses. What are the key things we found out? 75% of respondents regularly use the bus. 51% of respondents regularly use the train. 39% of respondents regularly use taxis.. When asked when people are most worried about being
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Fact Sheet: Social Security and Poverty What is the issue we asked members about? When asked about forthcoming election priorities, our members told us that cost of living, social security, poverty and inequality were key issues for disabled people when deciding how to vote. We then asked about our members’ experiences and challenges due to increasing mortgage rates, higher rent and higher bills and whether this meant they had chosen to access a foodbank, financial advice services and what this meant for their household budget. We also asked whether those on lower incomes had reached out to the Scottish Welfare
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Access to Democracy: Member’s Priorities for the UK General Election With all the political parties beginning to set out their stall for the next United Kingdom (UK) general election, Disability Equality Scotland (DES) want to make sure that the priorities of disabled people help to shape the debate. In February 2024, we carried out a members question asking you to tell us the top 10 issues for disabled people when it comes to voting at the forthcoming general election. We have analysed the results and can reveal that the DES members top 10 election priorities are: Health and Social Care
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Fact Sheet: Energy Price Cap and Cost of Living  Who We Are Disability Equality Scotland (DES) is a member-led, Disabled People’s Organisation (DPO), working towards the inclusion and accessibility of all disabled people across Scotland in all of society. Our work is based on a human rights approach, and we share the collective voices of disabled people to inform and influence policymaking decisions. We adhere to the social model of disability and are a proud member of the Independent Living Movement. DES also acts as the umbrella body for the Scottish Access Panel Network. What is the issue we asked
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Your Say on Disability: Our Response to the Work Capability Assessment The UK Government recently carried out a consultation on their proposals to reform Work Capability Assessment (WCA). The WCA is an assessment carried out for both Universal Credit (UC) and Employment and Support Allowance (ESA).  The results of the WCA are used by the Department for Work and Pensions to determine who can and cannot work, due to their disability or health conditions and whether or not someone qualifies to receive ESA or the Health Component of UC. The UK Government has brought forward proposals to change specific activities
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Weekly Poll – Scottish Government National Outcomes Each week Disability Equality Scotland sends out a poll question to our members and for the week beginning 7 May 2023, we asked a question about the Scottish Government National Outcomes. Any identifying information within respondents’ comments has been removed. Please note that this is a snapshot of the views of our membership and does not reflect the policy stance of Disability Equality Scotland. If you plan to reference the findings featured in this report, please contact us in advance so that we are aware of this. Results– 37 respondents Question: How much
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Weekly Poll – Rising Food Costs Each week Disability Equality Scotland sends out a poll question to our members and for the week beginning 24 April, we asked a question about rising food costs. Any identifying information within respondents’ comments has been removed. Please note that this is a snapshot of the views of our membership and does not reflect the policy stance of Disability Equality Scotland. If you plan to reference the findings featured in this report, please contact us in advance so that we are aware of this. Results– 89 respondents Have you changed any of your grocery
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