British Sign Language Plan 2026-31: Public Consultation

We’re looking for your views on our proposed BSL plan for 2026-31. You can view our most recent plan here: British Sign Language Plan.

British Sign Language Plan 2026-31

Draft British Sign Language Plan

Our plan explains how we will improve access to our work, publications, website, meetings, workplace and recruitment processes for all communities, including BSL users.

It reflects on the progress made under our first BSL plan and sets out the actions we propose to take over the next five years.

Download the Draft British Sign Language Plan

We welcome views from BSL users, Deaf and Deafblind people, organisations representing the BSL community, and anyone else with an interest in the plan. Your feedback will help us finalise our priorities and actions.

Online survey

Complete the short online survey, or email us your comments in writing or by video by 22 November 2026.

Please get in touch if you require this publication in an alternative format. You can contact us at info@audit.scot to discuss your needs.

After our consultation has closed, we will share the final BSL plan with everyone who has responded to our consultation and publish it on our website.