Congratulations to Island based Scott Watkin, who has just been named as the Department of Health’s new Co-National Director for Learning Disabilities.
In his new role, Scott will act as champion for people with learning disabilities, helping to make the Department’s learning disability strategy, Valuing People Now, a reality.
Many will already recognise Scott’s name as a medal winner at the Special Olympic Games for the 200 metres and the standing long jump.
Scott has also been heavily involved in disability issues on the Island, previously co-chairing the Isle of Wight Learning Disability Partnership Board and acting as Vice Chair for the Isle of Wight Gateway Club.
On news of the appointment, Scott Watkin said:
“As Co-National Director I would like to see that the lives of people with a learning disability change for the better, and that we deliver services in a more personalised way.
“I also would like to see that people with a learning disability have the same rights and equal opportunities as everyone else. They should be included in the community.”
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