Policy

Here you will find any relevant government policy document to do with disability, social care, health care, housing, education and more from across the UK.
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Positive Practice Positive Outcomes
A handbook for professionals in the Criminal Justice System working with offenders with learning disabilities.
01 February 2007
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Learning Disability Report from the Health Care Commission
The Healthcare Commission completed a national audit of services for people with learning difficulties.
10 January 2007
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Better Services for people with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder
A note clarifying current Government policy and describing best practice.
01 November 2006
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Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970: Research and development work relating to assistive technology 2005-06
The report describes the wide range of government-funded projects supporting the development, introduction and evaluation of assistive technology
01 November 2006
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Better Services for People with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder - Department of Health Policy Clarification note
This document clarifies the nature and intent of existing government policy as it relates to adults with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is intended to encourage people in the social care and ...
01 November 2006
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About the Dignity in Care Campaign
Information relating to the Campaign for Dignity in Care promoting dignity in care and zero tolerance of abuse and disrespect of older people
01 November 2006
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Follow up to the Cornwall Investigation following the significant findings of abuse in Cornwall learning disability services
This document reminds Local Authorities and the NHS their responsibilities in providing quality services to people with learning disabilities.
01 November 2006
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Reviewing the Care Programme Approach 2006 - A consultation document
This document sets out a range of proposals and questions about the review of the Care Programme Approach (CPA). It introduces values and principles that should underpin implementation of the CPA.
01 November 2006
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Models of Good Practice in Joined-Up Assessment: Working for children with significant and complex needs
Research of complex assessment frameworks in children's services; exploring the potential for joining up such multiple assessments for children with significant and complex health needs and/or disabil...
01 October 2006
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Inspection Reform: The future of local services inspection - An analysis of consultation responses
This synopsis reflects the comments and views received in response to the questions posed in the consultation on Inspection Reform: The Future of Local Services Inspection, undertaken between 28 novem...
01 October 2006

