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Social care assessment waiting lists rise

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Deven Pamben
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The number of people estimated to be waiting on a social care assessment for a package of care in Scotland has grown by 32%. Data released by Public Health Scotland showed the number reached 7,913 on 6 October 2025, up from 5,992 on 7 October 2024. The estimated number of people assessed and waiting for…

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