Do your bit to boost health gear amnesty

PEOPLE across West Lothian are being urged to return any unused health or disability equipment.

An Equipment Amnesty fortnight is being held from September 20 to October 1 to encourage people to arrange for items that are no longer being used to be collected, including walking equipment, bed rails and rests, bath hoists and shower chairs/stools.

Theresa Douglas, chair of West Lothian Community Health and Care Partnership, said: "In addition to having the option to redistribute equipment in good condition, it is important that equipment that isn't currently used is returned, so that broken, old or damaged equipment can be taken out of use."

Ellen Glass, executive councillor for health and care, added: "Given the current economic climate and the tough choices ahead for public services, I strongly encourage people to help their community and arrange collection of any unused equipment, which can then be recycled and used again."

To arrange a collection or for further information, call West Lothian Equipment Store on 01506 523335.