Question reference: S6W-23348
- Asked by: Craig Hoy, MSP for South Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 29 November 2023
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Current status: Answered by Jenni Minto on 11 December 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it has any plans to adapt or increase the use of independent audiology provision as it reviews the commissioning of audiology services.
Answer
The Scottish Government remains fully committed to enhancing community audiology services. We are continuing to work closely with NHS Boards, Independent Providers and the Third Sector to develop fully integrated and sustainable audiology care and treatment located closer to the local communities being served. Our approach will continue to be informed by holistic consultation with the audiology sector, as well as by outcomes from the recently published Independent Review of Audiology services in Scotland.