Scottish Care’s vision for Ethical Commissioning and Procurement across Scotland is detailed in our latest research report – Ethical Commissioning for the Independent Sector: Rights, Respect and Redistribution.

Rights

The implementation of human-rights based, person-led care, requires supporting the invaluable contribution of independent social care providers. With a unique, on-the ground role in delivering commissioned care to individuals, service providers have vital expertise to offer the commissioning and procurement process.

Respect

The implementation of fair working practices and high-quality care within a system of ethical commissioning and procurement is dependent on strengthening the capability of the independent social care sector to operate within the wider system. Creating a system that emphasises the value of trust, relationships and partnerships across health and social care is essential to supporting independent providers.

Redistribution

Ethical commissioning is a key means of redistributing a range of accountabilities and resources across the social care sector. Given rising demand and falling resource, independent providers are under immense pressure to maintain sustainable service provision. A new bottom-up approach is required, where providers can be empowered to engage in the social care market in a sustainable manner.

Get Involved

Should you have any queries about the content of the report, media inquiries, or wish to get involved with Scottish Care’s ongoing advocacy, please feel free to get in contact through [email protected].