British Sign Language
British Sign Language plan
We are pleased to launch our second British Sign Language (BSL) action plan in draft form in partnership with Aberdeen Health and Social Care Partnership. A final plan will be published at the end of May 2024. The plan sets out our commitment to improving services and information for the BSL user community
You can download the plan below:
If you would like to be involved or have any feedback on the BSL plan, please contact us:
Email: equality_and_diversity@aberdeencity.gov.uk
British Sign Language (BSL) users can contact us directly by using ContactSCOTLAND-BSL 01224 045445.
Delivering our Shared BSL Plan
Summary and Useful Contacts
Baldeep McGarry
Equalities and Developement Officer
07767353006
equality_and_diversity@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Other useful Contacts
British Deaf Association has pages of useful information and support in BSL.
NHS Inform has information about immunisation, screening and other health topics in British Sign Language (BSL).
Women’s Aid have safety advice in British Sign Language.
North East Sensory Service has useful information on health and support along with BSL groups in the North East.
Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeen Health and Social Care Partnership are inviting your feedback to develop our second British Sign Language Plan. Please see the video explaining how to submit your feedback: