Written Question · S7W-01529 · Session 7
What action it is taking to address the staffing pressures that reportedly led to the temporary closure of the GP walk-in clinic in Hawick,…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to address the staffing pressures that reportedly led to the temporary closure of the GP walk-in clinic in Hawick, and what assurances it can provide that the clinic will be adequately staffed to prevent similar closures in future.
The answer
Health Boards are responsible for the operational management of walk-in services, including all decisions on staffing. I am aware that there are some staffing challenges in Hawick and my officials remain in regular contact with the affected site to work together to find solutions.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-01529 by reference.