Disability Equality Scotland

27/02/2026

We recently supported the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland to create an Easy Read version of their manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament election, helping make important information accessible to more people.

Easy Read uses short sentences, simple words, and clear pictures. It helps people who have learning disabilities, are neurodivergent, have cognitive disabilities such as dementia, or find complex information harder to understand.

Read the Alliance Easy Read manifesto here:
https://www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/resources/our-collective-voice-manifesto-2026/

If your organisation is interested in getting Easy Read created, visit our website to learn more: https://disabilityequality.scot/easy-read-service/

26/02/2026

Household costs are rising, and disabled people across Scotland are feeling the impact.

Our Cost of Living 2026 survey asks about your experiences of energy bills, housing costs, and other essential household expenses.

Your voice will help us influence decision-makers and improve support for disabled people.

Easy Read versions of the survey are available.

Take part and share your views: https://disabilityequality.scot/news/cost-of-living-survey-2026/

25/02/2026

Could you be our next Chief Executive Officer?

Disability Equality Scotland is entering an exciting new phase, and we are looking for an ambitious, strategic, and inspiring leader to guide our organisation forward.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an influential organisation and provide strategic direction. You will represent our community at a national level and work with our Board, staff, members, and partners to deliver meaningful change.

We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader with strong strategic vision, governance, and financial oversight. You will also bring a deep commitment to advancing equality and inclusion.

If you are passionate about making a lasting impact, or know someone who is, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: Thursday 5 March

Read the full job description and apply here:
https://goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP1000001VzGLIA0/chief-executive-officer?page=1§ors=disability

24/02/2026

Join us on Tuesday 18 March, 11:00am to 12:30pm, for an online consultation event with Transport Scotland about pavement parking in Scotland.

Pavement parking can make it harder to move around safely and access everyday places. This session is your chance to learn more about the new restrictions and share your views and experiences.

Your feedback will help Transport Scotland understand the impact of pavement parking on accessibility and everyday travel.

If you would like to attend, please register using the link below. When you register, you can also tell us about any accessibility requirements.

Register here:
https://buytickets.at/disabilityequalityscotland/2079540

23/02/2026

Want to make your communication clearer, more inclusive, and accessible to everyone?

Join our Easy Read Training on 19 and 26 March 2026 and learn practical skills to create effective Easy Read documents, use accessible language, and improve how you share information.

You will also receive expert feedback on your work and 8 hours of CPD-accredited training.

It is always encouraging to hear from participants who say the training increased their confidence and helped them develop valuable accessibility skills.

To book your place, visit: https://disabilityequality.scot/easy-read-training/

21/02/2026

Thinking about your next role this weekend? This is your chance, applications close Monday 23 February at 12 noon.

We are looking for an Operations Team Lead to join us at Disability Equality Scotland.

This is a key role at the heart of our organisation.

Read the full job description and apply here: https://goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP1000001UBgcIAG/operations-team-lead?page=1§ors=disability

20/02/2026

Today we are launching the next survey in our Cost of Living 2026 series: Local Services and Getting Around.

This survey asks about the local services you use and your experiences accessing them. We want to understand the barriers you may face and how local services affect your daily life.

Our Cost of Living 2026 surveys explore what it is like to live in Scotland as a disabled person today.

Last year, disabled people told us about the difficult choices they were forced to make because of rising costs, including energy bills, housing, and essential equipment. Since then, prices have continued to rise, and there have been changes to benefits and services. We want to understand what has changed and what support is needed now.

If you are a disabled person living in Scotland, please take part. Your experiences will help us influence decision-makers and improve support.

Easy Read versions are available for all surveys.

Take part and share your views:
https://disabilityequality.scot/news/cost-of-living-survey-2026/

Please complete our cost of living surveys by Friday 13 March.

18/02/2026

We created the Easy Read version of Inclusion Scotland’s Motability survey so more people can access the survey and share their experiences.

This will help build evidence and improve understanding of how the Motability scheme is working.

Share your experience by completing the survey:
https://forms.office.com/e/Kz5MfsYrWE

Access the Easy Read version here:
https://inclusionscotland.org/news/motability-service-survey

The Motability scheme plays a vital role in removing barriers for many disabled people. It supports independence, employment, family life, and participation in communities.

Through this survey, we want to understand:
• How disabled people currently experience Motability
• What impact recent and upcoming changes to the service may have
• Why the scheme is important and where it falls short

Your experiences will help us build evidence and strengthen our advocacy.

Complete our survey online here: https://forms.office.com/e/Kz5MfsYrWE

An Easy Read version of the survey is also available here: https://inclusionscotland.org/news/motability-service-survey



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17/02/2026

Less than one week to go to apply!

Read the full job description and apply here: https://goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP1000001UBgcIAG/operations-team-lead?page=1§ors=disability

We are looking for an experienced Operations Team Lead to join our team!

The role covers two key areas:

- Office and HR Management

- Finance, budgets and reporting

This position would suit someone with administration, HR and finance experience who is highly organised, able to build strong relationships and confident working with a range of partners. You will have strong attention to detail and be able to respond positively and quickly to new opportunities and challenges.

As part of a small operations team, you will need to be an excellent communicator, enthusiastic, proactive and flexible when priorities shift. You will understand how a small charity functions and the importance of strong administrative and financial systems as the backbone of success.

From taking minutes at meetings, to supporting engagement with members, to ensuring invoices are paid on time, this is a varied and rewarding role. We are looking for someone keen to play a key part in the Scottish Independent Living Movement and make a meaningful contribution to our work.

Read the full job description and apply here:
https://goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP1000001UBgcIAG/operations-team-lead

13/02/2026

We have written the Easy Read versions for a new Scottish Government consultation on Family Law.

You can have your say on suggested changes to:

- the rights of people who were living together when they separate

- the rights of someone whose partner dies without leaving a will

- the minimum age someone can get married

- making it easier to divorce when there are no concerns about arrangements for young children

- the rules for organisations that can carry out marriages

The consultation is open until 21 April 2026.

Access the consultation and Easy Read versions on our website:
https://disabilityequality.scot/news/easy-read-versions-published-for-scottish-government-family-law-consultation/

13/02/2026

Today we launch our Cost of Living 2026 survey: What is it like to live in Scotland as a disabled person?

Last year, disabled people told us about the difficult choices they were facing due to rising costs. This included high energy bills, increased housing costs, and the cost of essential equipment. Prices are continuing to rise, and there have been changes to benefits and services. We want to understand what has changed.

If you are a disabled person living in Scotland, please take part in our surveys on household finances, housing, work and education, and access to services. Your experiences will help us influence decision-makers and improve support.

Easy Read versions are available for all surveys.

Take part and share your views:
https://disabilityequality.scot/news/cost-of-living-survey-2026/

11/02/2026

We are looking for an experienced Operations Team Lead to join our team!

The role covers two key areas:

- Office and HR Management

- Finance, budgets and reporting

This position would suit someone with administration, HR and finance experience who is highly organised, able to build strong relationships and confident working with a range of partners. You will have strong attention to detail and be able to respond positively and quickly to new opportunities and challenges.

As part of a small operations team, you will need to be an excellent communicator, enthusiastic, proactive and flexible when priorities shift. You will understand how a small charity functions and the importance of strong administrative and financial systems as the backbone of success.

From taking minutes at meetings, to supporting engagement with members, to ensuring invoices are paid on time, this is a varied and rewarding role. We are looking for someone keen to play a key part in the Scottish Independent Living Movement and make a meaningful contribution to our work.

Read the full job description and apply here:
https://goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP1000001UBgcIAG/operations-team-lead