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Stuart McFarlane

Stirling MSP shares constituent's LGBT alcohol story in debate for action

Stirling’s MSP has backed calls for greater support for LGBT people affected by alcohol issues after hearing the case of a Stirling constituent.

Evelyn Tweed joined the debate at Holyrood which followed a report by Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems which identified problems with people from the LGBT community in accessing valuable alcohol services.

The concerns identified in the SHAAP report included fears over discrimination, a perception that alcohol support services were not LGBT friendly and a lack of openness around sexuality and gender from providers.

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