Palliative Care - Your Feedback is Needed!

Latest NewsMar-24
Written By Amanda Rae

Published: 07/03/24

Messages hovering a stretched out hand.

Our colleagues at Scottish Government are currently reviewing the Palliative Care and end of life care strategy.

Details can be found at

Palliative and end of life care strategy: aims, principles and priorities - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)

Your input would be greatly appreciated - what works well, what could be better, suggestions for change.

The turnaround is short - can you send any comments to enquiries@cps.scot by March 25th 2024.

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