Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
24 August 2026
Published
21 July 2026
Type
services
Overview
Midlothian Council seeks to establish a contract or contracts for the provision of independent advocacy services for adults 16+. The Provider will deliver independent advocacy for adults aged 16 and over with a learning disability, including both individual advocacy and collective advocacy provision.
The service will support individuals to understand and exercise their rights, express their views, and participate in decisions about their care and treatment, in line with statutory duties and national guidance from the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance. The Provider will deliver independent advocacy for adults aged 16 and over with a mental health condition, including dementia, and adults with physical disabilities, including older adults.
This will include both individual advocacy and collective advocacy provision. The service will support individuals to understand and exercise their rights, express their views, and participate in decisions about their care or treatment, or where there is an involvement in statutory processes.
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Midlothian CouncilKey Dates
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21 July 2026
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