Latest News About Sutherland of Houndwood obituary news summary

Updated 2026-06-18 05:30

appeared at a funeral and tributes for Lord Sutherland, in January 2018, as the House of Lords figures paid honours. He chaired the Royal Commission on Long-Term Care of the Elderly, whose 1999 report urged government funding of all nursing and personal care in the spirit of the NHS Act; his work influenced Scotland's approach to free personal care and budget alignment for health, social care, and benefits, while England and Wales did not implement the same recommendations. He held the post of Vice Chancellor at Edinburgh University and later contributed to the House of Lords. In 2002 he was knighted as a Knight of the Order of the Thistle. His passing was announced by Scottish Care and related organizations in early 2018. Condolences highlighted his influence in shaping care policy and the NHS-style funding ethos. He is remembered for his contributions to Scotland's health and social care landscape. His lasting impact on policy and academia is acknowledged in Scotland.

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Lord Sutherland of Houndwood

Lord Stewart Sutherland of Houndwood, (born February 25, 1941, died January 29th, 2018) It is with the deepest sadness that we have to report the death of our former Honorary President, Lord Stewart Sutherland of

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Lord Sutherland of Houndwood - Scottish Care

Lord Stewart Sutherland of Houndwood, (born February 25, 1941, died January 29th, 2018) It is with the deepest sadness that we have to report the death of our former Honorary […]

scottishcare.org