Scotland’s leading trade unions in local government are calling on First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to take urgent action to address
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Author: Trisha Hamilton
CORONAVIRUS: SOCIAL HOUSING STAFF – Information and guidance
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations has published a series of COVID-19 information briefings. The briefings on service delivery and
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL CARE: Guidance for Social, Community Care and Residential Settings
SOCIAL CARE: This guidance on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is aimed at employers. This should enable them to support their staff working
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL CARE: Adult social care guidance to protect the most vulnerable
SOCIAL CARE: This is the new UK govt guidance for Adults receiving social care. It is pfor councils and care
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL CARE: Scottish Government guidance
This is a letter from the Scotland’s Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, which provides an update on recent discussions
Read moreCORONAVIRUS ALL MEMBERS: Employer and employee legal responsibilities
This legal briefing from Thompson solicitors sets out the statutory duties on employers and employees and includes some frequently asked
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL CARE: Advice
SOCIAL CARE: This page is for care workers, including residential, homecare and community care for both adults and children. It
Read moreCORONAVIRUS ALL MEMBERS: NHS guidance on how to get an isolation note
ALL MEMBERS: This information explains how to get an isolation note if you have been told to stay at home
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL SERVICE: SSSC regulatory changes and impact on home care and support
The social service sector is on the frontline of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This link explains the regulatory changes which
Read moreUNISON Scotland Challenge Scottish Government Response to COVID-19 Crisis
UNISON, together with other trade unions and STUC, met Scottish Government Minister for Fair Work, Fiona Hyslop, and officials on
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