David Bowie's advice to creatives in 1997 is even more relevant during these times

Really sad day but not surprised after tips given out on radio 2 Jeremy Vine Show recent about getting gran out of care homes.

Is the UK out of touch with the #WHO? They recommend #washinghands for 40 secs where as in Scotland and UK the advice is 20 secs is enough? What should care profession do?? Jason Leitch @JeaneF1MSP (UK Prime Minister) Matt Hancock

It's official UK is now the worst country in the world for covid deaths compared to population Matt Hancock Jonathan Ashworth. I hope that #LabourParty #SNP holds the govt to account and ensure potential mass enforced vaccination has safeguards to prevent another thalidomide scenario

Wishing all those celebrating Diwali a happy and peaceful time like many in this nation had admiration for Rishi Sunak in his wonderful and simple and symbolic gesture outside No11 showing that there is a place and tolerance of diversity in the UK today.

This is great news. @JeaneF1MSP Jason Leitch the nanny state approach is loosing credibility and public confidence. Give #carehomes the opportunity to lead in offering care with dignity and respect from essential relatives such as this fantastic example. dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-…

Sad when Jo Stevens Jonathan Ashworth calls for Govt to have censorship. This new science legitimate dialogue, debate & scrutiny of scientific research is needed to win confidence not marketing strategy drug companies without scrutiny of the claims. independent.co.uk/news/uk/politi…

Really to hear of a number of outbreaks in care homes or second wave. I really feel to an exhausted, battered by the first wave staff. Care companies really need to be visibly offering counselling and support to staff who are burnt out. glasgowlive.co.uk/news/glasgow-n…

Really sad to hear of the loss of #BarbaraWindsor she was so talented over many generations and did so much to highlight the issue of the challenges and issues surrounding dementia care. We await with interest (UK Prime Minister) 'oven ready proposals' for #dementia

All credit for the blatant honesty of the UKHealth Secretary Matt Hancock this virus is out of control because message isn't getting through - minimise your contacts. If you meet ten people in a house one person will have the virus and one could die. cnn.com/2020/12/20/uk/…

#andrewmarrshow Andrew Marr wow some interview Britain is now an island and isolated. Worldwide reporting of your interview. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/health-m…

Credit where credit is due @JeaneF1MSP has made the right decision rather than leaving it to the courts deciding what is a human right and essential element of family contact in care. Images like below aren't right. dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-…

Great to hear the Scottish Care Awards are still going ahead however it's been suggested that consideration should also included for resident of the year who made a difference to the quality of life to other residents especially during lockdown #ScottishCare #ScottishCareawards

Does Scotland need a social care minister? healthandcare.scot/default.asp?pa…

The importance of families and relatives for the safety, monitoring of provision of good care, well being, and quality of life of residents needs to be respected, valued and put into Law. It also needs to be manifesto commitment by all parties and candidates.

Covid in Scotland: 85 cases confirmed at Aberdeen care home It's the latest outbreak in a Scottish care home. We'll speak to Donald Macaskill Scottish Care #bbcgms 0750 bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotla…

Does anyone know why England and Scotland have two different approaches to the information given when receiving the vaccine? Surely having the second date confirmed gives more confidence than just a booklet in Scotland? #jasonleitch @JeaneF1MSP First Minister

An honest analysis at #HomecareFirst by Lee Stribling on the often negative perception of frontline #homecare compared to reaction to NHS staff during #Covid19 - she hopes the positivity will last! A real need for parity of esteem. Do we see #homecare staff called angels?

Really sad that another young life is lost. The message has to be clear - Breast and testicular cancer are curable if help sought early. Dont be fobbed off by doctor receptionist that won't give you an appointment!

Congratulations to everyone at #Scottishcare fantastic well thought out conference. Its sad its taken a pandemic to focus the value on good care so often overlooked and underfunded. Great inspiring start by #donaldmascaskill