Written question asked by Andrew Gwynne (Labour) on Tuesday, 23 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 April 2024 (named day). It was answered by Helen Whately (Conservative) on Monday, 29 April 2024 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Social Services: Digital Technology

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to her Department's policy paper entitled People at the Heart of Care: adult social care reform white paper, published on 1 December 2021, whether the target for 80% of CQC registered social care providers to have a digital social care record in place by March 2024 was met.

Answer: We have increased the adoption of digital social care records (DSCRs) by Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered providers from 40% in December 2021, to at least 63% in February 2024. In January 2024, the Department updated this target to ensure that 80% of CQC registered providers and 80% of people who receive care will have a DSCR in place by March 2025. By extending timeframes, we can ensure that care providers who are yet to digitise have the time and support needed to successfully adopt DSCRs, and to reduce the risk of regional disparities in DSCR uptake. We’ve allocated a further £25 million this financial year, to ensure as many people as possible can benefit from a DSCR.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 23166
Session: 2023-24
Related items: People at the Heart of Care: Adult Social Care Reform White Paper
Wednesday, 1 December 2021
Command papers
House of Lords
House of Commons
Subjects: Digital technology Social services
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