The Scottish Government have launched a consultation to look at how best to make sure things work fairly and responsively in terms of local authority General Power of Competence.They are are asking for your views and perspectives on potential legislative changes to enable local authorities to more effectively deliver public services.

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A number of representations have been made to the Scottish Government seeking the introduction of a similar General Power of Competence in Scotland as those found elsewhere in the UK. However, despite the existence of a General Power of Competence in England, Wales and Northern Island, many local authorities continue to be reluctant to use that power to explore activity beyond those functions.

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This consultation seeks to establish what functions, beyond those already conferred by statute, local authorities in Scotland may wish to pursue.

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If you'd like us to help you respond to this / or collate your views and compile your response for you, please get in touch.

 

 

 

Does your organistion work with children and young people?

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Do you have solutions to how this should work. Have you case studies to show how it is / isn't working? Do you wish to repsond to the current consultation looking at this? If so, and you need our help, please get in touch.

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With a National Housing Emergency declared, and a further 12 local authorities declaring local emergencis, Scotland is at a crucial point in terms of housing and homelessness.

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The Housing (Scotland) Bill takes a more preventative approach in the proposed legislation. Does it do what you think it should? Have you solutions to put forward? What are your thoughts on the new 'Ask & Act' model, for example.

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The Stage 1 report has been published and we are in Stage 2. Does your organisation wish to input to the Bill as it progresses?

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​Please contact us if you'd like support in this topic area.

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