A group of MPs is to undertake an inquiry into the quality and supply of training for children and families’ social workers.

Detectives have arrested three people in connection with an investigation at a private care home. The Express understands the owner of Woodlands, on Nostell Lane, Ryhill, is among those currently in custody at Wood Street Police Station.

A new website has been created to assist professionals who work with unpaid family carers. The site has been developed by the Princess Royal Trust.

Two reports produced today by the Healthcare Commission suggest older people are often denied access to the full range of mental health services available to younger adults and that improvements are needed to adult community specialist mental health services.

FOR years he lived in utter isolation, was refused life-saving insulin if he misbehaved and treated like a slave by those who were meant to love him most.