Version: 0.0.6 | Published: 10 Sep 2026 | Updated: 8 days ago
Summary
Reference Code:
DAPB2135 Amd 42/2026
Type:
Collections
Applies To:
Community or integrated healthcare : Community healthcare services
Assurance Expiry Date:
31 July 2027
Topics:
- Adult
- Financial management
Care Settings:
Social care
Alternate Name:
Adult Social Care Finance Return (ASC-FR)
Publication Date:
14 July 2026
Contact Point
Contact Point:
Collection/Extraction Details
Frequency:
Dataset publication or collection occurs once a year.
Documentation
Description:
ASCFR provides a consistent, national framework for reporting social care finances, supporting transparency, comparability and accountability. It enables local authorities and central government to:
- monitor and benchmark costs and funding across local authorities
- understand financial trends in adult social care provision
- inform commissioning, planning and delivery of services locally
- ensure value for money in adult social care spending
Review & Status
Approval Date:
14 July 2026
Scope:
All local authorities.
Technical Committee:
Data Assurance Board (DAB)
Mandated:
Yes
Status:
active
Legal Authority 1
Legal Authority:
Section 259 of the Health and Social Care Act 2012
Origin
Name:
NHSE-SD Data Catalogue