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Clean air protestors hijacked the Scottish Conservatives launch of an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Robert Kilgour, owner of the Letham Park Care Home was not pleased with the protest. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Clean air protestors hijacked the Scottish Conservatives launch of an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Robert Kilgour, owner of the Letham Park Care Home was not pleased with the protest. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: Miles Briggs<br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: Miles Briggs<br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Clean air protestors hijacked the Scottish Conservatives launch of an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Robert Kilgour, owner of the Letham Park Care Home was not pleased with the protest. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: Jackson Carlaw<br />
<br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Pictured: <br />
Clean air protestors hijacked the Scottish Conservatives launch of an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Robert Kilgour, owner of the Letham Park Care Home was not pleased with the protest. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Pictured: <br />
Today the Scottish Conservatives launched an advertising campaign against the Car Park Tax, with the SNP and the Greens set to vote it through Holyrood. Jackson Carlaw MSP and Miles Briggs MSP unveiled an Ad Van at Letham Park Care Home Edinburgh before it travels across the central belt to workplaces that are set to be hit by the parking charge.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 21 February 2019
    SCT_EEm_Car_Tax_Protest_Edinbugh_GER...jpg
  • Buildings in Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, England UK<br />
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(c) Andrew Wilson | Edinburgh Elite media
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  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
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The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
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During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
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The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
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First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk. and supporters<br />
<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk. and supporters<br />
<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Christine Jardine<br />
<br />
Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
<br />
She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
    EEm_Christine_Jardine_Equal_Pay_Pled...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
<br />
Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
.<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
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  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
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Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
.<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie, Vivian Wallace, Aging well co-ordinator for Midlothian, and Christine Grahame met with volunteers<br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie, Vivian Wallace, Aging well co-ordinator for Midlothian, and Christine Grahame met with volunteers<br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie, Vivian Wallace, Aging well co-ordinator for Midlothian, and Christine Grahame met with volunteers<br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Vivian Wallace, Aging well co-ordinator for Midlothian<br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Pnicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Anela Anwar Vice Chair VAF and Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
<br />
During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
<br />
Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
<br />
(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
<br />
The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
<br />
First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
<br />
'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
<br />
'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
<br />
Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
<br />
Alex Todd | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEm_Construction_Workers_AT_25032020...JPG
  • Construction Workers During Coronavirus Outbreak, 25 March 2020<br />
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The Scottish Government has advised that construction sites should close and is currently developing guidance for business on how to respond, and how to confirm whether their activities are essential or non-essential.<br />
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First minister Nicola Sturgeon said on 23 March 2020: 'This morning I was specifically asked on the radio about building sites and hair salons, and my advice would be to close.<br />
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'I want to reiterate that if you run a business, and if the nature of your business makes it difficult for you or your workers to work from home or to practice safe social distancing, then you should close for the period of the efforts to combat this virus.<br />
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'If you are an employee, and your workplace is not abiding by this, I would urge you to speak to your employer and ask that they take action.'<br />
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Pictured: Construction workers on an Ashberry housing development in East Calder, Livingston can be seen at work. Some were breaching the social distancing rule of 2m and some were not wearing hard hats on the site.<br />
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  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
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She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
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  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
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She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
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  • Pictured: Christine Jardine, Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
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She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
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  • Pictured: Christine Jardine<br />
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Christine Jardine was in Edinburgh today to announce that the Lib Dems will end double whammy of gender price and pay gap. Scottish Liberal Democrat candidate for Edinburgh West, Christine Jardine will announced plans to tackle<br />
discrimination in the workplace by expanding reporting requirements on large companies.<br />
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She was joined by Emma Walker, Mental Health Spokesperson and Jenny Marr Candidate for Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 14 November 2019
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  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
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Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Pnicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christe Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
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Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
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Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
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  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
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Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
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Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
.<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie and Christine Grahame took up the challenge of a game of table tennis and took things rather seriously<br />
.<br />
Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Pictured: Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie <br />
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Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie visited Ladywood Leisure Centre in Penicuik today where she was joined by local MSP Christine Grahame to meet volunteers and participants at the centre as she launched the new framework<br />
<br />
Older people’s rights are at the centre of a new framework to ensure people can remain active, keep working if they want to, feel safe, and access the services they need.  The Older People’s Framework aims to challenge unwelcome attitudes to and discrimination towards older people. It highlights the positive contributions older people make to our society and the economy, and has been directly influenced by older people who have provided their thoughts, stories and experiences, bringing to life the issues they’ve faced over the years.<br />
 <br />
Speaking at a visit to The Ageing Well Midlothian programme, Older People and Equalities Minister Christina McKelvie said: “Ageing is inevitable but growing older should not mean having to face barriers or discrimination, and one of the issues the framework addresses is the negative perceptions surrounding ageing. Older people in our society have much to offer and contribute and we are committed to supporting them.  This is why we are funding the celebration of older people at the Festival of Ageing, increasing digital inclusion, promoting fair workplace practices and ensuring we have a housing system which works for an ageing population. This framework is the next part of the journey and I am looking forward to an exciting trip, where we all work together to create the best country to age in.  You only need to look at the Ageing Well project to see the many positive examples of older people enjoying life and bringing joy to their local community. This is what we need to encourage.”<br />
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Ger Harley | EEm 3 April 2019
    SCT_EEm_Aging_Well_Launch_Penicuik_G...jpg
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
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The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
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During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
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  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
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The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
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During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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Jamie Hepburn MSP with Keith Wimbles Chief Exec VAF<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
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  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
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The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
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During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG
  • Employability Minister Jamie Hepburn visited the head offices of the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) to open applications for the Workplace Equality Fund.<br />
<br />
The £500,000 fund will offer grants to private and third sector organisations to reduce employment inequalities, discrimination and barriers for minority ethnic people, women, disabled people and older workers.<br />
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During the visit the Minister met staff from VAF, took a tour of the facility and received a demonstration of the online application system.<br />
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(c) David Wardle | Edinburgh Elite media
    EEM_JAMIE-HEPBURN_INVERKEITHING_DMW0...JPG