To ask the Scottish Executive whether it will provide details of how the Hospital at Home scheme operates, how it is funded, what personnel are required and where it has been piloted.

It is for NHS boards to provide high quality, safe and sustainable healthcare services that meet the needs of its local population. Hospital at Home schemes are community based services designed to provide a care package around an individuals needs which support prevention of admission to hospital and early discharge from hospital. The detail, planning and funding of these services are operational matters for NHS boards.