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Annual returns are now closed

This year’s annual returns have now closed.

We would like to thank everyone who submitted their annual return to us by the deadline, Sunday 19 March 2023. The information you have provided will help us plan, inform and carry out our inspections and improvement work.

Scotland’s citiZENs of the future say ‘Namaste’ to new resource on physical activity

Kids at Step by Step nursery in Cumbernauld showed off their yoga moves at the official launch of ‘My Active World,’ as they celebrated active play with the Care Inspectorate.

Consultation on depriving and restricting liberty for children and young people position paper

We have developed a draft position paper for secure accommodation services, care homes for children and young people and school care accommodation services. We recognise that services are treading a delicate balance between taking necessary action to keep children and young people safe, whilst not unnecessarily restricting liberty. The draft paper aims to set out our attitude, expectation, and actions around the restriction and deprivation of liberty. This includes circumstances where children and young people may be deprived of their liberty, where their liberty is restricted, or where this is a risk through environmental design and/or care practices.

We’d be grateful to receive your feedback and comments on the draft paper. Visit our consultation platform to submit your views.

Pressure Ulcer Prevention

Health Improvement Scotland are currently updating their Pressure Ulcer change package and measurement plan which was developed as part of the improvement programme from 2017, Reducing Pressure Ulcer in Care Homes.

Annual returns are closing soon

We would like to remind you that you must submit your annual return to us by no later than Sunday 19 March 2023.

All service types must complete this electronically on our eForms system. You can access this here.

Remember - even if your service is inactive, you must submit an annual return.

If you are experiencing any issues or have any concerns, please get in touch with our contact centre on 0345 600 9527 between 09:00-16:00, Monday to Friday. Please remember our contact centre will be extremely busy as we approach the deadline.

You can find further information about the annual returns here.