An analysis of the key issues that impact on practice pre- and post-implementation of the integrated children’s system. This study involved a secondary analysis of existing research data to provide

This guidance has been produced to inform the approach that local authorities and their partners should take to minimise the impact of homelessness on a child in recognition that, while

Issues related to professional practice standards and research ethics were not well reported. When reported, adherence to practice standards included preintervention training, use of intervention protocols, supervision, and mechanisms for

The framework and guidance set out in this document are for the inspections of outcomes and services for safeguarding children and young people and outcomes and services for looked after

Adult social care is changing, to put the people who use services at the heart of their own care and support. This requires a different approach from the social care

The Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 (‘the Act’) was introduced to protect individuals with incapacity and to provide support for their families and carers in managing and safeguarding the

This report presents the results of a survey that explored how and why people engage in formal volunteering, what they think of their experiences and how and why they give

A key part of the Government’s alcohol harm reduction strategy is to monitor changes in drinking habits over time and to identify what factors are potentially contributing to the rising

Over the last 10 years the role of Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) in Scottish social housing has increased dramatically. This growth has brought new responsibilities and challenges, particularly in housing