A new Implementation Plan is being developed to improve the implementation of Self-Directed Support in Scotland. 

Since the last Implementation Plan expired in 2021, there have been calls for a new plan that will set out the course of SDS improvement over the coming years. The draft plan is being co-developed by a working group including representatives from Scottish Government, COSLA, Social Work Scotland, Self Directed Support Scotland, and others. 

They are keen to hear the views of a wide range of stakeholders involved in delivering SDS, and representing people who access – or could access – Self-Directed Support. They are particularly keen to hear from groups or organisations who can feed in views on behalf of those who are under-represented when it comes to access to SDS. This includes autistic people, people in addiction/ recovery, children, people with dementia, people with sensory loss, and people with mental health problems, among others.

An open engagement process will take place from 18 January – 13 February 2023, to enable as many stakeholders as possible to contribute their views on the draft actions.  

The Improvement Plan Working Group will also be facilitating online ‘roadshow’ sessions to enable stakeholders to find out more about the Plan and contribute their feedback.

These will be held on:

  • Thursday 2 February, 2.00 – 3.30pm
  • Monday 6 February, 2.00 – 3.30pm
  • Tuesday 7 February, 10.30am – 12.00 noon

You can sign up to attend a roadshow via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sds-improvement-plan-roadshows-tickets-518551811427

You can download the SDS Improvement Plan Consultation Document here.

Organisations and individuals are invited to give their views on the draft actions that will inform the final plan using an online feedback form, which you can access here. 

The closing date for submissions is Monday 13 February 2023.