Written Question · S4W-28508 · Session 4
Whether it expects a slow uptake of adult carer support plans and young carer statements in year one of the implementation of the Carers (S…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it expects a slow uptake of adult carer support plans and young carer statements in year one of the implementation of the Carers (Scotland) Bill and whether the funding and resources of local authorities are sufficient to meet their new duties in year one.
The answer
The estimated demand for adult carer support plans and young carer statements in 2017-18 and the estimated level of resources required to meet the demand in the same year is set out in the Financial Memorandum for the Carers Bill. I believe the Financial Memorandum provides a robust assessment of the likely costs of the Bill's provisions.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S4W-28508 by reference.