Jeane Freeman is calling on local businesses to take part in Autism Hour to encourage shops to be more autism-friendly.

Hundreds of shops across Scotland are taking part in the initiative, which runs until October 12, and highlights that small changes can make a big difference to autistic customers and families.

Jeane Freeman MSP said: “I think Autism Hour is a great initiative and I’d encourage shops, cafes and other businesses to get involved. Creating an autism friendly environment by dimming lights, turning music down having a quiet space can be easy to do and go a long way to making autistic people and their families feel welcome.”