In November 2014, Scottish Ministers asked for a review to be undertaken of public health in Scotland. A review group was established and met for the first time in December 2014. The group meets monthly. VHS is a member of the group and is represented by Grant Sugden, CEO of Waverley Care. The … [Read more...] about Public Health Review
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
Health Inequalities Task Force listens to community & third sector evidence
Cohesive, resilient communities are the key factor in the battle against health inequalities and cannot be achieved without strong cross-sectorial partnership working and sustained, long-term investment. These themes were explored at length when Voluntary Health Scotland and eight other … [Read more...] about Health Inequalities Task Force listens to community & third sector evidence
How can Scotland’s new food body help all Scotland’s people live longer, healthier lives?
A roundtable discussion between the third sector and the Scottish Government Thursday 2nd May, 9.00 am to 12.30 pm St Andrew’s House, Regent Road, Edinburgh EH1 3DG Voluntary Health Scotland and The Poverty Alliance are organising this important roundtable discussion with officials in the … [Read more...] about How can Scotland’s new food body help all Scotland’s people live longer, healthier lives?