With reference to the Whizz Kidz Youth Board's report entitled, Mobility Matters: A Youth Perspective on NHS Wheelchair Services, published…

The Scottish Government recognises the importance of ensuring that wheelchair services are responsive to the needs of children and young people. We want everyone in Scotland to receive care and support that is safe, effective and person-centred, and recognise that appropriate wheelchair provision can make a significant contribution to improving the quality of life, health and wellbeing of people with mobility and/or postural needs.In Scotland, five NHS Regional Wheelchair Services are responsible for assessing individuals' mobility needs and providing wheelchairs. These services are supported by the National Eligibility Criteria for the Provision of Wheelchairs, which set out a framework for delivering a safe, fair, consistent and equitable service across Scotland. The criteria are issued by the Scottish Government and are intended to support Regional Wheelchair Services in meeting the long-term mobility needs of wheelchair users in a person-centred and consistent manner.The Scottish Government has noted the findings and recommendations set out in the report produced by the Whizz Kidz Youth Board and has shared the report with the five Regional Wheelchair Services for further consideration.