“It locks in social care as a commodity in a market rather than a public service for citizens. In doing so it confirms profit from care as a founding principle of the National Care Service” Unison
National Care Service Bill: ‘A Recipe For Disaster’?
Contradictions – Part Three
“We ‘Care’/ Are said to be/A ‘Caring Society’ “
Childminders – “a vital community asset”
“Childminding is a vital community asset providing local flexible childcare and family support . “- Graeme McAlister, Chief Executive, Scottish Childminding Association
Shaping A Health & Care Strategy For Older People: Share Your Views
A consultation has been launched by the Scottish Government to look in more detail at developing the strategy for older people.
Strong Support for National Care Service
“It is clear that there is a real appetite for change.”
Consulting on a National Care Service & A #Covid Inquiry
“People may be surprised by the extent of services covered by this Consultation and I would urge as many as possible to respond to it, as this could really be the end for anything other than central control in Scotland.” Alison Evison COSLA
Consulting on a National Care Service but no Time for Care Home Deaths Inquiry
In November 2020 the Scottish Parliament voted to hold a public inquiry into covid related Care Home deaths
Scottish Young Carers Festival Goes Online
The Scottish Young Carers Festival 2021 webpage is where young carers can access over 40 pre-recorded workshops.
Carer’s Week 7th – 13th June
“Our message is you are entitled to support, we are here to offer that support, and you are not alone.”Olivia Tait, Manager at Crossroads Orkney
Rhoda Grant MSP Concerned Over Online Safety of Children
The UK Government intends to repeal vital protections requiring age verification and the regulation of ‘extreme’ and violent content.
