Social Work Scotland members have articulated similar concerns, and we would welcome further discussion with Scottish Government and Disclosure Scotland throughout the legislative process.4Social Work Scotland. (2019, August 26). Written submission. Retrieved from <a href="https://parliament.scot/S5_Education/Inquiries/20190826Social_Work_Scotland.pdf" target="_blank">https://parliament.scot/S5_Education/Inquiries/20190826Social_Work_Scotland.pdf</a> [accessed 3 December 2019]
Social Work Scotland alluded to COSLA's concerns about this new power, which were explored further in COSLA's submission:
The provisions within the Bill for local authorities and integration joint boards to have new referral powers to reflect the changes in adult social care since the introduction of self-directed support require further consideration.