Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Council Scrutiny Report (Gaelic Version)
We have now published the Gaelic version of our scrutiny report on Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Council's delivery of social work services.
Scarlet Fever - Letter from NHS Tayside
NHS Tayside area have highlighted an increase in the number of cases of scarlet fever occurring within their area. They have issued the following letter which contains useful information for those living and working in their area.
For further information on scarlet fever including a useful question and answer page click here
Preventing Infection in Care
A new SCSWIS and NHS Education for Scotland free educational resource to improve the knowledge and skills of carers in infection prevention and control has been launched.
Echinacea herbal products should not be used for children under 12 years old
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have advised parents and carers not to use oral herbal products containing Echinacea for children under 12 years of age.
Consultation on the future Care Inspectorate Complaints Procedure
We are carrying out a consultation to help us develop the Care Inspectorate complaints procedure.
Nursing & Midwifery Council Edinburgh Office
The NMC have opened a new office on the ground floor of 114-116 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4LH. The Edinburgh office is the base for Cathy Cairns (Assistant Director for Scotland and Northern Ireland affairs).
SSSC Registrations of Daycare of Children - Practitioners
We are sending emails to providers of daycare of children services in the next few days. The email will remind providers that the date of required registration with SSSC for practitioners was 30 September 2011.
Joint inspection of services to protect children and young people
Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (SCSWIS) has today published its joint inspection report on the protection of children and young people in the Glasgow City area.
