ADSS Cymru members welcome the Health and Social Care (Wales) Act, which aims to improve the quality and sustainability of health and social care services in Wales.
Our members support the overall vision and principles of the Act, which are aligned with our own strategic priorities and values; we believe the Act will contribute to more equitable, efficient, and effective services.
As local authority social care leaders, we particularly recognise and support the policy intent behind the removal of profit from the care of children looked after. The care of children who are looked after should be driven by their best interests, needs, and rights, rather than by financial motives or market forces. Children’s individual outcomes and the quality of their care are paramount.
Local authorities across Wales will be working together to implement the changes necessary to respond to this legislation. The transition will require substantial resources and planning, as well as effective communication, consultation, and engagement with all our stakeholders.
Our highest priority is to ensure continuation and quality of care for the children we look after.