Sensory Mela planned in Edinburgh

An event has been scheduled in Edinburgh to promote sight and hearing loss services to ethnic minority communities next week.

Scotland's first ever 'Sensory Mela' will be held at Deaf Action, 49 Albany Street, Edinburgh, on May 21.

Tariq Mahmood of organisers Edinburgh and Lothians Joint Sensory Partnership said: ‘People from some ethnic minority communities can be more vulnerable to certain sensory loss conditions. But things like language difficulties and cultural concerns can sometimes prevent them accessing vital services that can help them.

'Whether you are from an ethnic minority and have sight or hearing loss, or if you care for or support someone who has, this event is an ideal opportunity for you to learn about the range of help available through RNIB Scotland and Deaf Action, which make up this partnership.