National Care Service Charter of Rights

Primary Author or Creator:
Scottish Government
Publisher:
Scottish Government
Alternative Published Date
2026
Category:
Type of Resource:
Article
Fast Facts

It tells you about your rights which exist as at 25 March 2026. The Charter does not create any new rights or alter any existing ones.

It gives you information about what to do if you think your rights or expectations are not being met.

More details

This Charter is for anybody who is accessing or waiting to access social care, social work or community health support. 

This Charter is also for anybody with a personal interest in the wellbeing of someone accessing support. For example, if you are:

  • an unpaid adult, kinship, parent or young carer
  • a friend or family member 
  • a guardian or someone who holds power of attorney 

People who provide support to you can also use the Charter to help them deliver your rights.

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