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Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020: Information Session
Learn about the new Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020: The new Disclosure (Scotland) Act came into law on 14 July 2020 and will change some aspects of the criminal records scheme….
My Support, My Choice
My Support, My Choice (MSMC) includes vital evidence, analysis and recommendations for improvement to SDS in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, based on people’s experiences. My Support, My Choice:…
Findings from the Scottish Human Rights Commission
The Scottish Human Rights Commission has published research demonstrating that “a considerable proportion of people who use social care support at home have experienced either a reduction or complete withdrawal…
Face mask exemption card announced
Earlier this week, the Scottish Government announced a face mask exemption card for people with health conditions which make it difficult for them to wear a mask. You can read…
Derek Feeley responds to social care review questions
Last week, some of our members submitted questions to Derek Feeley, chair of the independent review of adult social care, as part of the ALLIANCE’s annual conference. They asked how…
BIHR Reports on COVID-19 and Human Rights of people needing social care support
BIHR Reports on the Impact of of the Government’s response to the Covid-19 for the human rights of people with care and support needs. The British Institute of Human Rights…
Welcome to our new SDSS Chief Executive
We are pleased to welcome Donald Macleod, our new SDSS Chief Executive, who joined us at the end of August (2020). Donald brings over 27 years of experience in social care, in a range of senior management and…
Introducing our Communications and Policy Manager
Earlier this month (September 2020), our team grew as we welcomed Michael Pillans in the role of Communications and Policy Manager. Coming from a background in private, public and third sector marketing…
Get involved in research on Human Rights and SDS in Scotland
‘Researching the implementation of human rights through social care legislation and practice in Scotland’. A team of researchers from the University of Strathclyde are working with In Control Scotland to…
Independent review for Scotland’s social care service
First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, presented the Scottish Government’s Programme for Scotland 2020-2021 on Tuesday 1 September 2020. The Programme for Government, published every September, sets out the actions the Scottish…
Health and Sport Committee Looking at Impact of COVID-19 on Social Care
How has Covid-19 impacted on care and support at home in Scotland? The Health and Sport Committee is looking into social care for adults over 18 years. The Committee is looking…
SAMH Research on Impact of COVID-19 and Mental Health
SAMH Research on Impact of COVID-19 and Mental Health SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) has launched new research into the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on adults with mental health problems….
Extension of Funding for Independent SDS Information and Support Services
Scottish Government Extends Funding for SIRD Projects for 12 Months: We are delighted to hear that the Scottish Government has announced the extension of the Support in the Right Direction…
Thank you for Renewing Membership for 2020 – 2021
Renewal Highlights Members On-going Needs: Thank you to all the organisations that renewed their membership with SDSS for another year. Your membership packs will be with you shortly. You told…
Report on Disabled People’s experiences during COVID-19
Inclusion Scotland Report Highlights Disabled People’s Experiences during COVID-19 Inclusion Scotland have published a report on Disabled People’s experiences during COVID-19, based on a Survey of 822 disabled people accessing…