Question reference: S6W-27179
- Asked by: Carol Mochan, MSP for South Scotland, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 1 May 2024
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Current status: Answered by Neil Gray on 13 May 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to imposing limitations on any reductions to allied health professional (AHP) budgets by NHS boards, in light of its priority of preventative healthcare.
Answer
While the Scottish Government provides the policies, frameworks and resources for high quality healthcare, it is for each individual NHS Board to decide best how to utilise funding, facilities and staff while taking account of national and local priorities to meet local health needs. We expect NHS Boards to plan their facilities and workforce to deliver these services, ensuring the provision of safe, effective and high quality patient care, delivered by the right professional at the right time.