Part 2Part 1: supporting provisions

4Advancement of equality and non-discrimination

1

In exercising a function conferred by virtue of Part 1 (including a function of making subordinate legislation), the Scottish Ministers must have regard—

a

to the importance of communicating in an inclusive way,

b

to opportunities to advance equality and non-discrimination.

2

In subsection (1)(a), “communicating in an inclusive way” means communicating in a way that ensures that individuals who have difficulty communicating (in relation to speech, language or otherwise) can receive information and express themselves in ways that best meet each individual’s needs.