The Learning Disabilities Mortality Review (LeDeR) Report detailed the gross inequalities faced by Black, Asian or minority ethnic people with learning disabilities. This blog on the recent report reflects on the evidence, and makes suggestions about what needs to be done to address the comparatively poorer experiences and outcomes for Black, Asian and Minority people with learning disabilities.
The Foundation commissioned this piece by Saba Salman, she is a journalist, author and editor of the book Made Possible and the chair of the charity Sibs.