Question reference: S6W-20713
- Asked by: Collette Stevenson, MSP for East Kilbride, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 17 August 2023
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Current status: Answered by Paul McLennan on 4 September 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government (a) how many and (b) which local authorities use the BASRiS form to fast-track applications from terminally ill people for housing adaptations.
Answer
The Scottish Government does not hold information regarding which local authorities use the BASRiS form to fast-track applications from terminally ill people for housing adaptations.
We know that there can sometimes be issues with the way in which adaptations are accessed and delivered locally. I have asked my officials to work with COSLA and representatives from the housing sector to consider how the process can be streamlined and improved for people who need adaptations, including those living with terminal illness.