Whether it plans to prioritise investment in the timely development of Local Area Coordination.

The Scottish Government recognises the potential contribution that Local Area Coordination (LAC) can make in helping people, families and communities build resilience, improve wellbeing and access support at an early stage. The principles underpinning LAC align with our Getting It Right For Everyone (GIRFE) approach, which promotes co-ordinated, person-centred support through a ‘team around the person’ model.The Scottish Government has no current plans to establish a dedicated national funding programme for Local Area Coordination, as decisions on the development and funding of local services are primarily for local authorities and Integration Joint Boards, reflecting local needs and priorities.However, we remain committed to preventative, community-based and person-centred approaches that support people to live independent, connected and fulfilling lives. These priorities are reflected in our wider ambitions for health and social care reform and renewal, as set out in the Programme for Government, Service Renewal Framework and Population Health Framework.