A new inspection methodology came into effect in July, focusing on the experiences of people receiving care services, and delivering new-style inspection reports to better inform the public to help them decide what care servicce is best for them or their loves ones. The focus is changing from inputs to the outputs of a care service's activities. More information.

 

The Public Audit Committee Hears Evidence of Changing Models of Care

Caroline Gardener (Auditor General for Scotland) and her colleagues presented the key findings of Audit Scotland's recent report on the subject, which found that while new approaches to health and care are being developed in parts of Scotland, these are generally small scale and are not widespread. More information.

 

The Health and Sport Committee Publish Work Programme

The Health and Sport Committee have published their work programme for the upcoming term. More information.

 

Scottish Fundraising Complaints Service

There is a new charity fundraising complaints service in Scotland. People can use the service by calling the complaints line on 0808 164 2520, by emailing scottishfundraisingcomplaints@scvo.org.uk or by visiting https://fundraisingcomplaints.scot. 

 

Self Management Week 2016

The ALLIANCE have announced that Self Management Week 2016 will run between 3rd and 7th October, with this year's theme being 'Powerful Partnerships'. The Self Management Awards 2016, which are announced as part of the week's activities, is also open for nominations. The closing date for nominations is August 5th, so get nominating!