Safe Staffing Programme – frequently asked questions
Following questions raised at various collaboration events, we have revised and updated our Safe Staffing Programme – frequently asked questions.
You can download a copy of the revised FAQs and find out more information about the programme on The Hub here.
Read moreThe joint inspection of adult support and protection in the Moray partnership
A joint inspection of adult support and protection measures in Moray has found some clear strengths in ensuring adults at risk of harm are safe, protected and supported.
The key strengths included:
Read moreWhen a child dies: Learning from the experiences of bereaved families and carers
A report published today explores the experiences of bereaved families and carers following a review into the death of their child.
Read moreCare Inspectorate appoints new Chief Executive
Jackie Irvine has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the Care Inspectorate.
Jackie has been a Chief Social Work Officer (CSWO) for over 10 years and comes to the Care Inspectorate from her current post as Service Director, Children and Families and Justice Services at the City of Edinburgh Council.
Read moreTimetable for the implementation of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019
The Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act was passed by the Scottish Parliament in 2019, however work was paused to allow everyone to focus efforts on the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Act is applicable to all health and care staff in Scotland.
The Cabinet Secretary has published a timeline for the implementation of the Act.
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