National Performance Framework - disability perspective: analysis

Conclusion

This report has provided a picture of life in Scotland for a disabled person across the 11 outcomes of the NPF. The report has explained that data is not available to cover every single indicator, either because that indicator is not applicable at the individual level, because the indicator is still being developed, or because breakdowns by disability are not currently available. Nonetheless, for the outcomes for which we have data, a considerable number of indicators suggest that disabled people continue to face barriers in fully participating in Scottish society.

Evidence from the Disabled People's Organisations in Scotland, and survey data from the UK has demonstrated that COVID-19 is likely to be disproportionately impacting disabled people, who are not only likely to be more vulnerable to the virus itself, but also at risk of mental illness and increased debt as a result of the pandemic.

Scottish Government has been drawing on the data and insights we have had access to throughout the COVID-19 pandemic period. This research has supported and influenced the work that Scottish Government has done, enabling the response to the pandemic to be adjusted where possible to minimise harms and difficulties for disabled people whilst still maintaining its key aim of protecting life.

Scottish Government will draw on the wide range of NPF indicator data presented in this report, alongside expert advice and lived experience, to determine what the focus of future work to promote disability equality should be.