‘Cage’ for Autistic Pupil Removed

The enclosure has been removed by the council

Authorities have removed an enclosed play area for a teenage pupil with learning difficulties and autism, which was described as a “cage” by his MSP.

The 18-year-old’s parents raised funds for a safe play area at the Nicolson Institute in Stornoway, on Lewis.

However, SNP MSP Alasdair Allan said they were “deeply upset” to see what had been constructed.

Western Isles Council – Comhairle nan Eilean Siar – said it wanted to apologise unreservedly to the family.

Source: BBC News