Access Panels are groups of disabled people unique to Scotland who volunteer their time to improve the accessibility of their local area for disabled people.
Access Panels in Scotland
Anyone who wants to improve access and inclusion in their community can become a member of an Access Panel.
There are currently 24 Access Panels based across Scotland, from Shetland to Tweeddale. Their work can involve conducting access audits, influencing policy, giving advice and engaging partner organisations.
Disability Equality Scotland is the umbrella body for Access Panels in Scotland. We provide support and guidance to the Network to help improve the outreach and capacity of all Access Panels. We engage positively with stakeholders and government to keep accessibility at the top of the agenda, and we represent the views of disabled people across Scotland.
You can join and find out more on the Access Panel Network website
Join an Access Panel
You can join and find out more on the Access Panel Network website
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