Care News – Page 2690 – Care Appointments

A SHORTAGE of school nurses could delay Scotland’s largest immunisation programme to protect girls against cervical cancer, it was claimed yesterday.

Social Workers Close To Strike Action Over Job Cuts ‘Meltdown’

By The Herald29th July 2008News Scotland

Social workers at a Scottish council previously condemned over child protection failures will consider strike action tonight over fears that new job cut plans could put youngsters at “greater risk than ever before”.

Two Suspended Over Glasgow Care Home Abuse Claims

By BBC29th July 2008News Scotland

A nursing home has suspended two members of staff over allegations that they were abusing residents.

Landmark Victory For Carers On Flexible Hours

By The Daily Telegraph24th July 2008News England

Millions of workers who look after sick, disabled and elderly relatives could be able to demand flexible hours after a landmark legal judgement.

New Rules Allow 16 To 18-Year-Olds To Become Carers

By Management In Practice24th July 2008News England

Under new government regulations, trained and supervised 16–18 year olds will be allowed to provide personal care.

Social Work Boss Banned From Driving After Being Double Legal Limit

By The Scotsman24th July 2008News Scotland

A social work manager has been banned from driving after being caught at more than double the legal alcohol limit.
Ann Giles, 58, was fined £430 and disqualified for 12 months after being stopped on her way from a party.