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Facebook refuses to commit to anti-paedophile panic button

By IRISS19th March 2010News England

In talks with the home secretary, Alan Johnson, Facebook has stated that it has no “objection in principle” to installing an anti-paedophile panic button on its main site. However, it has not committed itself to doing so, despite this week’s outcry over the murder of Ashleigh Hall by a convicted sex attacker she met on the site.

Knowledge management strategy for social services launched

By IRISS19th March 2010News Scotland

‘Sharing Knowledge, Improving Practice, Changing Lives’, a knowledge management strategy for social services in Scotland was launched in Edinburgh on 17 March 2010 by Adam Ingram, Minister for Children and Young People.

Confidential advice for male victims of domestic abuse

By BBC19th March 2010News Scotland

Male victims of domestic abuse will be able to access help through a dedicated service being set up in Scotland. The helpline will be launched next month and staffed by trained advisers offering practical advice and emotional support.

Glasgow launches first housing guide to support people with autism

By IRISS19th March 2010News Scotland

Glasgow City Council has launched a practical guide for Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) to support individuals, families and carers dealing with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Council cuts make ‘perfect storm’ for charities

By BBC19th March 2010News Scotland

Voluntary organisations in Scotland could be facing a “perfect storm” through a combination of funding cuts and increasing demands for their services, it has been warned.

Scottish youth call for end to alcohol advertising in public places

By Children & Young People Now19th March 2010News Scotland

Scotland’s Youth Commission on Alcohol is calling on the Scottish government to put an end to the advertising of alcohol in public places.

New allegations against Catholic Church of mishandling child abuse

By The Times19th March 2010News Northern Ireland

The Catholic Church in Ireland faced fresh allegations of mishandling child sex abuse yesterday following claims that a bishop was party to swearing to secrecy a girl abused by a priest in an out-of-court settlement.

Health Minister launches new directory of services for survivors of sexual violence and abuse

By DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, SOCIAL SERVICES AND PUBLIC SAFETY19th March 2010News Northern Ireland

Health Minister Michael McGimpsey today launched a new regional directory of services for victims and survivors of sexual violence and abuse.

Disabled employees ‘need more social care’

By Employers' Forum on Disability19th March 2010News England

Disabled employees have not received the level of social care they deserve, it has been suggested. Head of policy and campaigns at the Multiple Sclerosis Society (MSS) Laura Weir said working-age adults with disabilities have been failing to get adequate services for a number of years.