The 4th of a series of collaborative events forming part of the continuous learning and networking process about workforce issues concerning integration of health and social care. Entitled Progress Towards Integration, the session will recognise that we are now firmly into the implementation phase … [Read more...] about Strengthening the Links 4th session
VHS responds to draft regulations on health and social care integration
In August 2014,Voluntary Health Scotland submitted formal responses to the Scottish Government consultations on Set 1 and Set 2 of the draft regulations for the Public Bodies (Scotland) Act 2014. Our responses were shaped with the input of VHS members through a Sounding Board discussion on 14 … [Read more...] about VHS responds to draft regulations on health and social care integration
Public Bodies Act – Draft Regulations – for consultation
The Public Bodies (Joint Working) (Scotland) Act 2014 received Royal Assent on 1 April 2014. The aim of the Act is to integrate health and social care in Scotland, to improve services for people who use them. Integration aims to ensure that health and social care provision across Scotland is … [Read more...] about Public Bodies Act – Draft Regulations – for consultation
Public Bodies Bill – Stage 1 Debate
The Scottish Parliament held the Stage 1 debate for the Public Bodies (Joint Working) (Scotland) Bill on Tuesday 26 November 2013. This followed the Stage 1 report, which discusses the general principles of the Bill. During this session, the Bill’s general principles were debated and the … [Read more...] about Public Bodies Bill – Stage 1 Debate
Public Bodies Bill Call for Evidence
The Public Bodies (Joint Working) (Scotland) Bill was introduced in the Parliament on 28 May 2013. The Bill legislates for the integration of functions of local authorities and Health Boards to support joined up health and social care that delivers better outcomes for patients, services users and … [Read more...] about Public Bodies Bill Call for Evidence
