The Commission has today welcomed recommendations made to the Scottish Government by the Historic Abuse InterAction Review Group on financial redress for survivors of historic abuse. A financial compensation or redress scheme is essential for securing access to justice for survivors of childhood abuse. Anyone who has been subjected to sexual abuse and serious physical or emotional abuse or neglect has a human right to access an effective and fair remedy.
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Every person has the right to live independently, where they choose and with the people they choose. Some disabled people need support to do this, and they have the right to access local support which gives them choice and control in their lives.
For some people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people in Scotland, choices that allow them to live in their community are not available. Instead, they may end up having to move far away from home to receive support or be admitted
The Participation Coordinator will build and grow the Commission’s network of relationships with public sector bodies, civil society organisations and people whose rights are directly affected, creating a two-way dialogue between the Commission and its key stakeholders.
The Communications Assistant will provide administrative support to the Communications and Participation team, supporting the day-to-day delivery of the Commission’s communications and participation activities.
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