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Further information

Self-directed Support Act 2013 and Statutory Guidance

The Community Care and Health (Scotland) Act (2002) is the legislation which sets out what social care is free of charge and what social care may be charged for.

To find out what social care support is free, read Annex B of the Guidance on Free Personal Care in Scotland for Adults (PDF, 580 KB).

The Carers’ charter, which explains carers’ rights, which are set out in the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016.

The information was last updated on: 31st October 2023

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