Scottish Government Response to 'Carers Legislation - Consultation on Proposals - January 2014'

Background

On 22 January 2014 the Scottish Government launched 'Carers Legislation - Consultation on Proposals'.^[1] The consultation ran for 12 weeks and closed on 16 April 2014.

The Bill is an important part of the wider programme of health and social care reform.

We have consulted on a wide range of proposals relating to support planning, the provision of support, carer involvement and participation and other matters.

A detailed independent report outlining the findings of the consultation was published on the Scottish Government's website on 4 March 2015. This Scottish Government response sets out how Scottish Ministers have considered the findings of the consultation exercise and feedback from other engagement activity, and outlines what will be included in the Carers Bill.