Bank of Scotland to introduce autism hour

Kirkwall’s branch of the Bank of Scotland has announced the introduction of a twice weekly autism hour.

Autism hour is a national event aimed at making business more accessible for people with Autism.

Bank of Scotland Kirkwall are extending Autism hour, to become a weekly event where on Monday and Thursday’s to support customers with Autism.

Changes during these hours will include:

• Lights dimmed.
• Background noises from tills reduced
• Background music is turned off.
• A safe/quiet place is available should it be needed.
•  Staff education about Autism.