The Journal of Adult Protection: Volume 14 Issue 1
Evidence-based practice in relation to safeguarding adults
Table of contents
Not only a crime but a tragedy […] exploring the murder of adults with disabilities by their parents
Hilary BrownThis paper seeks to reconcile society's need to apply strong sanctions to parents who are responsible for the murder of a disabled adult while also recognising the stresses…
“Everybody's Business” – engaging the independent sector. An action research project in Lancashire
Paul Simic, Steve Newton, Dave Wareing, Barbara Campbell, Marie HillThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate key organisational processes in managing “safeguarding” in relation to the independent sector, the local authority delivery arm for care.
Prevention of abuse: a brief review of the literature
Alison FaulknerThe purpose of this paper is to review the literature on prevention in adult safeguarding and to identify the themes that emerge, with particular reference to personalisation and…
The strange deaths of section 47
David HewittThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the Law Commission's recommendations concerning the power of removal contained in section 47 of the National Assistance Act 1948. That…
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1466-8203Online date, start – end:
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Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen Access:
hybridEditors:
- Dr Bridget Penhale
- Dr Margaret Flynn