What action it is taking to improve care and treatment for people experiencing severe alcohol-related harm, and whether it will provide an …

The Scottish Government is taking a range of actions to improve care and treatment for people experiencing severe alcohol-related harm through delivery of Scotland’s Alcohol and Drugs Strategic Plan and our Programme for Government commitment to trial Alcohol Care Teams.We recognise that alcohol-related harm continues to place a significant burden on individuals, families and services, and that there is variation in provision across Scotland.I am pleased to confirm that funding has now been approved for an NHS Fife Alcohol Care Team pilot. The pilot will receive £164,000 in 2026-27, with indicative funding of £328,000 per year in subsequent years, subject to future budget decisions.The Fife pilot will provide a multi-agency, family-inclusive and trauma-informed model of care, linking hospital alcohol services with community support, mental health services, psychology, occupational therapy and third-sector partners.It will be fully evaluated, with learning shared nationally to inform future service development across Scotland.