LCiL is a person-led organisation supporting disabled people to live as independently as possible in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

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Check out our latest newsletter! with the latest articles and info on what our team have been up to. Download a copy now: lothiancil.org.uk/lcil-newsl… ALT Image of staff team at SDSS event Text reads LCiL Newsletter Summer 2026
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Hello! Just a friendly reminder that we're off today for the Victoria Day holiday. Back as usual tomorrow (Tuesday 19 May). You can leave a message and we'll pick it up tomorrow. Call: 0131 475 2350 or email: admin@lothiancil.org.uk. Many thanks 🙂🙂
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We're launching a joint manifesto with @GCIL_DPO & @AiLNorg 📣📣 This manifesto reflects our shared vision, priorities & commitment to independent living & equality for all disabled people. Find out more & download a copy: lothiancil.org.uk/our-lives-…
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Hello! Just to let you know, we're off for the bank holiday this Monday 4 May. You can reach us today for any queries or leave a message or email and we'll be back on Tuesday. Call: 0131 475 2350. Email: admin@lothiancil.org.uk for general enquires. Best wishes! LCiL Team
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GDA’s CEO @tressaburke tells #Holyrood2026 Hustings the #GDAManifesto shows our strong & collective resolve to make disabled people’s lives better & to make a Fairer Scotland for us. Tressa cites stark evidence from our Member Survey to show why this is so vital.
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We have launched our Manifesto for a Fairer Scotland for Disabled People. In the run up to the Holyrood Election we'll be sharing short videos of GDA members talking us through the asks. Today we share Ask 1. Make ends meet for disabled people.
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Hello! We're off for the Easter break (Friday 3 April and Monday 6 April) and will be back on Tuesday 7 April as normal. Happy Easter! 🐣🐣 ALT Image has easter eggs and easter bunny with text Happy Easter
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.@LothianCIL is currently looking for an PA Support Coordinator to support an established team whose joint approach is to provide an inclusive service for carers in all aspects of Independent Living tinyurl.com/3udxuyh6 £26,250 Edinburgh #charityjob
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Check out our latest newsletter! With latest news, events, articles and recipe from our Canny Chef! 👨‍🍳👨‍🍳 lothiancil.org.uk/lwn/
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Have a great festive season and relaxed holiday from everyone at LCiL and best wishes for the year ahead!
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Have your say on accessible transport in Scotland! Your feedback will help @transcotland shape the next Accessible Travel Framework. Easy Read versions available. Take part 👉 disabilityequality.scot/news…
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What is it like getting around your local area by walking, wheeling or cycling? Please share our Active Travel survey to help us gather views for the Accessible Travel Framework project with @transcotland . Have your say: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/atfactiv…
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Hello - If you're trying to call us today, please leave a message. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you!
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Winter Heating Payments have started. It's an automatic payment of £59.75 to help with the cost of heating your home. @SocSecScot are currently processing all payments and most people will be paid by Feb 2026. To find out if you are eligible visit: bit.ly/WinterHeatingPayment
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Do you have a Blue Badge? Or do you know or support someone who has a Blue Badge? Our Easy Read team has created a Blue Badge Rules document in Easy Read for @transcotland! Find out more: mygov.scot/blue-badge-easy-r…
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We are working with @transcotland to gather views from disabled people on travelling within Scotland. Our latest surveys on Planes, Ferries, and Taxis are now live! Take part and share across your networks: disabilityequality.scot/news… #AccessibleTravel
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Delighted to have @HomeEnergyScot supporting LCiL with 2 Unlock savings on your energy bills webinars on Thu 4 & 11 Dec - 11am - 12.30pm. Get top tips from the experts & find out what support might be available to you! Book your FREE spot / more info👉👉qrco.de/bgTvpj
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