"Highlands and Islands Labour MSP, Rhoda Grant, who is Scottish Labour’s Care and Inequality Spokesperson, has said she is deeply concerned over the reports that the Hillcrest childrens’ home and respite centre in Stornoway could be closed. The reports of the proposed closure of the facility has left parents of children with additional support needs uncertain of their childrens’ future care provision and respite needs. This closure threatens the jobs of 52 people if the proposal goes ahead."
"Commenting today (Tuesday), Rhoda Grant said `I have been in contact with parents whose children use the facilities at Hillcrest and they are really concerned about what this could mean for their childrens’ future care needs. It is not clear at this stage what alternative provision would be put in place.`"
"Mrs Grant continued `I absolutely appreciate the unprecedented cuts that are being wielded on councils throughout Scotland from the government at Holyrood and councils are being asked to do the impossible. However parents are deeply concerned about this news and I am seeking an urgent meeting with the Leader of the Comhairle to discuss these concerns and to ask what discussions are being held with parents, service providers and affected staff.`"
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The Scottish Government prioritises a Named Person for every child whilst essential services for children with additional support needs are under threat. That makes no sense.
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