Social service workers urged to have zero tolerance for unacceptable levels of care
Over the next two weeks, every social worker, social care worker and early years’ worker registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC News) will receive information through their letterbox and inbox from their regulatory body emphasising their personal responsibility to report poor practice in care services by colleagues or providers.
Joint inspection of services to protect children and young people in Midlothian Council area
We have published our joint inspection report on the protection of children and young people in the Midlothian area.
Scottish Childminding Association AGM and Conference
The Scottish Childminding Association (SCMA) is hosting their AGM and Conference on Saturday 27 October at the Thistle Aberdeen Altens
European Antibiotic Awareness Day (18 November 2011)
European Antibiotic Awareness Day aims to raise awareness among healthcare staff and the public about how to use antibiotics wisely.
SCMA secures funding to Community Childminding Service in Fife and Stirling
The Scottish Childminding Association has announced that their bid for expanding the Community Childminding Service to help more vulnerable children and families has been accepted by the Early Years Early Action Fund.
Alert - Norovirus season has officially started
Health Protection Scotland announced on 30 November 2011 that the Norovirus season has officially started.
Electronic Power of Attorney Registration
Applications for Power of Attorney Registration are now available online from the Office of the Public Guardian.
Time to Live Applications Now Open
The Scottish Government has made the Short Breaks Fund available to help support and sustain Scottish carers, including young carers and kinship carers, through enabling better access to short breaks or respite care.