How effective are Scotland’s employment programmes for people with learning disabilities?

Chirsty McFadyen

How effective are Scotland’s employment programmes for people with learning disabilities?

Economics

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Abstract

Over the last few months, we’ve been working on getting a better picture of employment initiatives that impact people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties and developmental disorders in Scotland. This work is the first part of our third programme of research funded by Acorns to Trees.

Original language	English
Media of output	Online
Publication status	Published - 3 Nov 2025

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

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