Moray Council shares updated BSL Plan to improve access for D/deaf community
Moray Council has shared its updated British Sign Language (BSL) Plan, setting out how it will work to improve access to services and support for BSL users across the region.
The plan focuses on making day-to-day life in Moray more inclusive for D/deaf people by encouraging better communication, awareness and practical steps that individuals, services and organisations can take to support the local BSL community.
Moray Council will work with partners towards achieving this.
Following consultation with BSL users in Moray, the plan has been shaped around lived experiences. It recognises the diverse needs of the community, including differences in age, language confidence and access to technology.
Moray Council Leader Kathleen Robertson said: “This updated plan has been shaped by the lived experiences and input of BSL users in Moray, and reflects our ongoing dedication to equality and inclusivity. We’re committed to making meaningful adaptations that improve everyday life for the BSL-using community.”
Moray Council Equalities Champion Cllr Bridget Mustard said: “This is a really important step in making Moray a more inclusive place to live. Our BSL plan is grounded in the feedback we’ve received from local BSL users, and we’ve worked hard to make sure their views are reflected.”
The plan includes actions to support families, improve access to education and employment, promote cultural inclusion and make public transport more accessible. It also sets out how the council will work with partners to raise awareness of BSL and support training opportunities for staff and the wider community.
A BSL video version of the plan is now available here.
The plan is available in written English here.