New partnership cleared for takeoff

Dyslexia Scotland has joined a forum of national charities advising Edinburgh Airport on accessibility issues

The Edinburgh Airport Accessibility Forum advises the airport on its approach to supporting passengers with reduced mobility and additional needs.
A range of organisations are involved to help shape the airport’s approach.

The forum provides feedback on current practices and future plans, helping ensure that the airport is accessible and welcoming to everyone.

Dyslexia Scotland will join the high-flying group that includes Spinal Injuries Scotland, Colostomy UK, Alzheimer’s Society, The Yard Scotland, Guide Dogs UK and RNIB.

Dyslexia Scotland Chief Executive Cathy Magee said: “This is a great opportunity for us to influence more inclusive travel settings. Airports can feel busy and overwhelming for most people, so for those with dyslexia – who can have difficulties reading and processing information – the stress is amplified.

“We’re happy to be ‘on board’ with Edinburgh Airport and we applaud their pro-active approaches to making the airport a more welcoming place for passengers with dyslexia flying into and out of Scotland.”

Edinburgh Airport representative Dominique Newman, Service Delivery Manager for Accessibility said: “Inclusivity is a key part of our approach and our Accessibility Forum provides valuable expertise that helps us make the airport more inclusive for everyone. Dyslexia Scotland brings unique experience and insight into how people experience the airport and how we can help them process information and move through it smoothly. We look forward to working with them and continuing our positive collaboration with our Accessibility Forum.”