e brief The National Care Service Bill & the NHS

Date posted: 7 November 2022

thumbnail of e brief – the National Care Service and the NHSThe National Care Service (Scotland) Bill is being considered by the Scottish Parliament.

This e brief looks at the implications the Bill has for the NHS and its staff.

Amongst other issues it discusses issues around outsourcing of services and the implications for staff.

 

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