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Simple terms explainer
Councils must assist disabled people in accessing holidays and leisure activities. This means helping to make sure disabled adults and children can enjoy breaks, trips, and social or leisure opportunities, just like anyone else. Support could include providing information, making adjustments, or arranging practical help so that holidays and activities are accessible and inclusive.
Legal status
Discretionary
Duty category
Adult social care
Culture and leisure
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
1
Bodies with shared interest
VisitScotland
Disability Equality Scotland
Third Sector
Social Work Scotland
Standards and frameworks
2