SQA success for students

STUDENTS from disadvantaged backgrounds have been presented with qualifications by minister for community safety Fergus Ewing.

A total of 110 students supported by the charity Access to Industry achieved 202 SQA qualifications between July 2009 and February 2010.

The students, many of whom have overcome experiences of drug misuse, homelessness or imprisonment, took part in a presentation at the Scottish Parliament, where Mr Ewing praised their inspirational efforts.