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<p>The Care Act 2014 is clear that commissioning services without properly considering
the impact on people’s wellbeing is unacceptable. However, it would be inappropriate
to introduce a blanket ban on 15 minute homecare visits. They may be appropriate in
certain circumstances, for instance, checking medication has been taken.</p><p> </p><p>Ultimately,
local authorities are responsible for the commissioning of services. We are supporting
local authorities to improve commissioning of care.</p><p> </p><p>The Department worked
with the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and the Local Government
Association to produce a framework of standards, ‘Commissioning for Better Outcomes’
which explicitly states that inappropriate use of short visits is not compatible with
best practice.</p><p> </p><p>The Department has also worked with local government
and the care sector to develop and encourage good practice in commissioning and managing
local markets. A suite of guidance is now available at the on-line Hub on GOV.UK.</p><p>
</p><p>The Department is working with organisations from across the adult social care
sector to implement Quality Matters – a commitment to improving quality.</p>
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