We have received a letter today (3 August) from the Scottish Government and COSLA with an update on social care sustainability payments.

The initial funding arrangement to support the social care sector expired on 31st July. However, due to ongoing challenges for Local Authorities, IJBS and social care providers, it has been agreed that there will be an additional fund of up to £50 million. This fund will be available until the end of September.

The Social Care Staff Support Fund remains unchanged by this extension and will also be available until the end of September.

Letter - Additional Funding for Social Care