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As part of the Scottish Diabetes Group, we have multiple sub-groups focusing on projects related to unscheduled and emergency care. Many of the commitments within the Diabetes Improvement Plan will have secondary outcome measures aiming to reduce attendances at A&E and out of hours care. Measures are continuously being developed as we utilise data within the diabetes dashboard. The Scottish Diabetes Group continues to review these projects to ensure we are always targeting the most appropriate stages of the pathway.

I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-14393 on 9 February 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers

I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-14411 on 9 February 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers

The Scottish Government has published guidance on supporting children and young people with healthcare needs in schools, and this guidance is available on our website. It was developed in partnership with a range of key stakeholders to guide those working in and with NHS boards, education authorities and schools to support children and young people affected by health issues which require specialised support in school.

The Scottish Diabetes Group and its sub-groups continue to consider these issues as we progress through the implementation of our Diabetes Improvement Plan.

As part of the Scottish Diabetes Group, we have a Scottish Diabetes Foot Action Group (SDFAG) which is comprised of clinicians from across the country with an interest in diabetic foot complications. We have also funded a part time role of National Diabetes Foot Co-ordinator.

SDFAG has worked closely with the SCI-Diabetes team to develop an Ulcer Management System to record and manage all episodes of Foot Ulceration occurring in individuals with Diabetes. The SDFAG supports teams to record all episodes of new foot ulceration , by completing a series of mandatory fields.

These mandatory fields must be completed, as a minimum requirement, for every new diabetic foot ulcer at first presentation. Standards across Scotland ensure that every individual with diabetes who develops a new foot ulcer should be seen within a multidisciplinary foot clinic or by a Podiatrist within 2 working days and must be recorded on the SCI-Diabetes system. This pathway is known to reduce the risk of major amputation.

As part of the Scottish Diabetes Group, we have a sub-group working specifically on pregnancy related projects. The pregnancy group are working closely with SCI-Diabetes leads to develop specific measures for the dashboard. These will help us to identify where and when improvements are being made and ensure we utilise the data to identify future opportunities or risks.

I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-14364 on 9 February 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers

I refer the member to the answer to question S6W-14364 on 9 February 2023. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers

The information requested is not held centrally.