On April 1st, Scotland took a major step towards extending and enhancing the rights of unpaid carers
Legislation and Policy
Consultation on Carers Act Regulations Open!
The Scottish Government is currently seeking views on draft regulations being made under the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016. The Carers…
New Care Standards – Have Your Say
Consultation closing date on new Care Standards fast approaching. Make sure you have your say. Read more here …
Social Work in Scotland Report
The Accounts Commission has published its report into Social Work in Scotland. The evidence they present points to the increasing role…
#fairerforcarers
With 6 weeks to go until the Scottish Elections, the National Carer Organisations have launched their Carers Manifesto social media…
Carers (Scotland) Bill passed
An historic day as carers legislation is finally passed. Now the work begins to ensure promises are delivered.
Analysis of Respite Care Data 2015
Shared Care Scotland has published its summary analysis of the Scottish Government’s Respite Care Data 2015…
Respite Care Data 2015
Scotland’s Chief Statistician today published “Respite Care Scotland 2015”. This publication presents information on respite care…
Charging for replacement care?
The Scottish Government is consulting on proposed changes to the Waiving of Charges regulations and guidance. These regulations…
A Duty to Support Carers
A National Approach to Eligibility Thresholds. The National Carer Organisations have produced a draft framework for nation…