Where to get advice (in the meantime!)
Unfortunatley you will be unable to receive the full range of information and advice previously provided by Skill Scotland. We hope that a new support organisation may be up and running soon, but in the meantime, if you are a disabled person seeking information or advice, you may be able to find what you want from the following sources:
- The Scottish Government website has several useful information booklets for disabled learners, covering support
arrangements & funding issues, such as 'Helping You Meet the Costs of Learning - Funding for Disabled Students'
- Your college / university Disability Office or Student Support Service
- Your college/university Students Association
- National Union of Students (NUS) Scotland
- Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) can give advice on welfare benefits and other matters
- Local libraries have information on sources of funding, such as charitable trusts
- For some issues you may be able to get help by contacting your local councillor, your MSP, or your MP
- You may also be able to get help and advice from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). Scottish Helpline: 0845
604 5510.
