Abstract
In this perspective paper we use publicly-available data to show that, despite much positive rhetoric in support of reforms in Scotland to integrate health and social care, these reforms, in their current state, have failed to meet their stated objectives. Rather than regress to the previous system, we propose continued evaluation of even more radical forms of such integration. This analysis, and set of future proposals, are timely given current considerations with respect to a National Care Service in Scotland and recent similar reforms in England and in other countries.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 4 |
Journal | International Journal of Integrated Care |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 30 Jan 2024 |
Keywords
- health
- social care
- integration
- NHS
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Health(social science)
- Health Policy
- Sociology and Political Science