09/11/07 - Update to the national guidance on self-directed support which takes account of a change in legislation concerning the employment of close relatives

Circular CCD 9/2007 together with an update to the national guidance on self-directed support which takes account of a change in legislation concerning the employment of close relatives from 12 November 2007 has now been published. The list of close relatives has been expanded, however, local authorities now have discretionary powers to allow the employment of a close relative who would otherwise be prohibited where the local authority is satisfied that securing the service from such a person is necessary to meet the beneficiary need.

Circular CCD 9/2207

Direct Payments Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 sections 12B and 12C Change to guidance on employing close relatives under self-directed support schemes - 12 November 2007

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