NFU Scotland and Dyslexia Scotland have teamed up for a second year to provide drop-in sessions for farmers, crofters and those working within the agricultural industry, at this year’s Royal Highland Show.
Prompted by the success of NFU Scotland’s Farming with Dyslexia campaign, the drop-in sessions proved popular at last year’s show and will once again allow those attending the show to gain advice if they’re dyslexic, or on behalf of their friends or family.
Dyslexia Scotland will be on hand from 10am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 4pm at NFU Scotland’s stand on Saturday 25 June for the confidential, free sessions. No booking is necessary.
Information will also be readily available from NFU Scotland, at stand 143, Avenue 7, opposite the clock tower, throughout the RHS.
NFU Scotland’s Farming with Dyslexia campaign was launched in July 2014 and has involved the Union working with a wide group of stakeholders, including Dyslexia Scotland, the Scottish Government and SRUC on a working group.
NFU Scotland’s Vice President, Andrew McCornick said: “NFU Scotland’s Farming With Dyslexia campaign is working to make life easier for dyslexic farmers and those working within agriculture.
“As part of this, the Union continues to work closely with partner organisations, including Dyslexia Scotland to signpost people to the appropriate support channels, and we’re pleased to be able to offer the free, confidential sessions once again for all farmers and crofters who are seeking assistance with dyslexia.”
Fiona Dickinson from Dyslexia Scotland commented: “We’re delighted once again to be teaming up with NFU Scotland to offer the drop-in sessions and it is the ideal opportunity to receive advice in a relaxed atmosphere.
“We all know agriculture is a paper-work heavy industry, and for those with dyslexia it can be an added burden. Dyslexia Scotland is able to provide advice and signpost farmers, crofters and family members to the most relevant services to get the help required to make running their day-to-day businesses easier.”
For more information on the drop-ins or the Farming With Dyslexia campaign call 0131 472 4000.
