Workforce Planning and Development in Scottish Local Government

The Future of the National Care Home ContractCllr Peter JohnstonHealth and Well-being SpokespersonCOSLA1This time last yearVery difficult financial context for both of usSignificant pressures on care providersBut councils continue to see the sector as a priority for investment

Local Government Settlement (cash terms)NCHC Settlement(cash terms)2011/12-2.6%0%2012/1302.75%2013/1402.5%2This time last year

3Strategic Commissioning Links to Health and Social Care PartnershipsStronger, more involved partnership locallyMore responsive to local population needBetter market managementGreater innovation and diversificationNew emphasis on place-making and community

4Characteristics of PartnershipStrained PartnershipTransactionalContractualService Maintenance Part systemClosed dialogue

Positive PartnershipStrategicCommissioning-basedService InnovationWhole systemOpen dialogue

5Short-term PrioritiesAgree a realistic NCHC settlementComplete the work of the Task ForceAgree local/national balanceStrategic relationship between COSLA and Scottish CareConsider future procurement options in partnership

6Medium-term PrioritiesService DiversificationExtra-care housing modelIntermediate careSpecialist 24-hour careTackle low wage care economy

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