The Economy and Fair Work Committee have been looking at the difference in employment rates between disabled and non-disabled people in Scotland, otherwise known as the disability employment gap. The Scottish Government has committed to halving the disability employment gap by 2038: the rate has fallen from 37.5% in 2016 to 30.3% in 2023. The Committee's inquiry has shown that most of the progress is down to more people already in work reporting a disability, not more disabled people finding work. We also learned that people who have learning disabilities or who are neurodiverse are less likely to find work and stay in employment. Here Convener Colin Smyth MSP sets out how the third sector can contribute to the progress made, and what charities need to help them to improve employment prospects for more disabled people. Read on here: https://ow.ly/weVw50Ucz3J #DisabilityEmployment #InclusiveWorkplace #ScotlandEmployment #FairWork #DisabilityAwareness #Neurodiversity #LearningDisabilities #EmploymentGap #ThirdSector
Bill Scott
3w
I've been telling politicians this for years, trying to get Ministers to act on the issue but have yet to see decisive action. What about a genuine Transitions Strategy for young disabled people as a start?
Firstable respected chairperson My name is prabesh syangbo tamang. I am from nepal. I am disability. I am dwarf person. I am 25 year. I am searching for job to make my future bright. If anyone wants to help please text me. [email protected]
Martin Allan
3w
Yeah?
Director of Enable Communities
3wAn excellent report and a vital reminder of the need for urgent, targeted action to address Scotland’s disability employment gap. At Enable, this is at the heart of our work. Through Enable Works, we’ve supported thousands of individuals with learning disabilities into meaningful employment. Our "All In" partnership model unites third sector partners with shared expertise and values, proving that collaboration over competition delivers the best outcomes for those we support. Additionally, our Breaking Barriers programme shows the incredible potential of young people with learning disabilities, with a 90% success rate in achieving positive outcomes such as employment or further education. As the report highlights, progress risks stalling without long-term funding and a commitment to share best practices. Creating a fairer, more inclusive Scotland is possible, but it requires collaboration and sustained action. Let’s not lose momentum.