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Book SynopsisTrusted for over 25 years, Law for Social Workers expertly guides students throughout their studies and into practice. The authors skilfully combine accessible legal explanation, real-life case studies, and valuable practice-focused advice into a complete guide to social work law.
Trade ReviewMy go-to book. It is set out so clearly, and so easily understandable by the students. * Janet Goddard, University of West London *
It is an essential read for students...invaluable for when they become practitioners * Tilia Lenz, Lecturer Practitioner Consultant for the Pan-Dorset and Wiltshire Teaching Partnership *
Comprehensive, colourful and lively...a fantastically researched textbook. * Gareth Millar, Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University *
It is by far the most comprehensive and well set-out text of this subject on the market * Michael Isles, Lecturer, University of Gloucestershire *
Table of ContentsPart I: The Legal Context of Social Work 1: The legal system in England and Wales 2: The roles and responsibilities of the social worker 3: Human rights law 4: Information security and information sharing Part II: Responsibilities Towards Children 5: The principles of children's law 6: Local authority support for children and families 7: Investigation and case planning 8: Applying to court 9: Long-term planning for children 10: Youth justice Part III: Responsibilities Towards Adults 11: Adult social care 12: The legislative framework for the provision of adult social care and support 13: Managing adult social care 14: Mental capacity,adult safeguarding, and domestic abuse 15: The Court of Protection and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 16: Mental health and the law Appendices The Social Worker's Toolkit
