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Stuart Sommerville

West Lothian Council backs proposal to tackle ignorance of hidden disabilities

Councillors across the political divide in West Lothian have backed proposals to tackle ignorance of hidden disabilities to break down the barriers which discourage many from standing for public office.

A composite motion with elements suggested by Labour and the Tories was agreed with SNP member Moira Shemilt who made the initial motion calling for an independent audit of disability.

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