Easter Ross MP Jamie Stone has pledged support to children and young people with visual impairment
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The Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross MP made his remarks in support of the Guide Dogs’ “All Things Equal” campaign.
At an event hosted by charity Guide Dogs, he met children, young people and their families to discuss challenges they face in the education system.
The campaign calls to greater recognition of vision impairment and the needs this comes with.
Mr Stone said: "From my visit to the Guide Dogs event and going by the stories told by the guests sharing their personal experiences, it is clear that we must do more to educate teachers and learning staff on the needs of children with visual impairments.
"I hope to see the UK and Scottish Governments working together to champion this cause for children in my constituency.
"There are not enough resources, nor do the majority of our teachers feel confident in providing these young people with the support they deserve. I am delighted to support the ‘All Things Equal’ campaign.”
Blanche Shackleton, Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns at Guide Dogs added: “Children and young people with vision impairment tell us they want to grow up enjoying the same opportunities as their classmates. But all too often, they are being let down by the education system that fails to give them the support they need.
“We know that the lack of support in childhood can have a far-reaching impact. Just one in four working age adults with a vision impairment are in employment.
“That is why we are calling on the Government to make all things equal for children and young people with vision impairment, so that they have access to the support they need.”
