Simple terms explainer

Councils and health boards must work together to create and share a plan for how they will support carers in their area. This includes talking to carers and organisations that represent them, making sure the plan covers both adult and young carers, and setting out what support is available. The plan must be reviewed regularly and updated to reflect what’s working and what still needs to improve.

Legal status

Statutory


Duty category

Adult social care

Children and family services


Duty type

Public impact


Social determinant of health

Social and community context

Emerging policy and legislation

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Bodies with shared interest

Social Work Scotland
Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
Care Inspectorate
Healthboards
Integration Joint Boards

Standards and frameworks


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