Service change continuity plans
Scottish Government should ensure that where major changes in patient services are planned there should be clear and effective plans in place for continuity of safe patient care.
How was this assessed?
Response
Accepted
Response
AcceptedSection 2.1 of the Scottish Government's response details the intention to develop a longer-term plan for health and social care, and the integration of health and social care services. This integration aims to improve care, create better outcomes, and ensure seamless, joined-up care by planning and delivering services around the 'whole person'. Flexibility is built in to ensure integration reflects local needs and priorities, with professionals and communities involved in planning and delivering services.
Published Evidence
Published assessments of implementation progress from inspectorates, select committees, official progress reports, and other sources. Check the source type badge to see whether each assessment is independent or government self-reported.
Scottish Government response committed to ensuring clear plans for continuity of safe patient care during service changes. National Clinical Strategy for Scotland (2016) and subsequent workforce planning frameworks address service change management.
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Service change continuity is addressed through strategic planning frameworks but no specific enforcement mechanism was created.