Chamber and committees

I have a question about the social work adviser and the social work agency. I know that the issue has been touched on and that we have had submissions about it but, for the record, will you tell us how you think that should play out? What advice would you give us about scrutinising such an idea?

That was a helpful addition to your submission. Does Rob Gowans want to come in?

That is helpful. You said that the role of the agency can develop as it is discussed.

Fiona Collie, do you want to come in?

We have heard from them. It is helpful to hear your response, as well as to hear about support for the agency as it develops.

Good morning. I am interested in the topics of the national social work agency and the national chief social work adviser. Our job is to scrutinise the legislation as it comes through. I recognise the position that you are taking, but it would be useful for us to understand how you would feel about having a chief social work adviser and how that position would link to the roles of local authorities.

That was helpful. Thank you very much.

Not every organisation has taken a position on this, but I am interested to know whether anyone has a view that they would like to put on the record about the national social work adviser and the national social work agency. Do you believe that they are necessary, and would that provision be of benefit? Adam, you look as if you are going to say something.

I have a couple of separate questions. The question of where we are with Anne’s law has been raised by other panels of witnesses. There is an indication from other groups that we could move forward with that quickly—and it is so important. What are your views on that?

Fiona Davies, do you have anything to add?

That is helpful. It is something that you already promote, but legislation might help to cement it.