I absolutely agree with Ruth Maguire on the need to make progress. Anyone who requires adaptations to their home should experience a smooth transition through the pathway of care, which ensures that they receive the right Intervention at the right time. It is critically important that people are supported to live safely in their home environment, as that can optimise health, avoid admittance to hospital, reduce falls and support effective discharge home.

In January 2023, we published revised guidance on the provision of equipment and adaptations. The overall aim of that guidance is to deliver a more equitable and accessible approach to the provision of adaptations. We are also working closely with the NHS and local authorities, which have responsibility for delivery, to evaluate whether those local practices are in line with the Scottish Government’s guidance, deliver service improvements and influence future policy development—exactly so that we can meet the needs of Ruth Maguire’s constituents.