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Law for social workers /

Carr, Helen (Law teacher),

Law for social workers / - 14th edition. - xlix, 614 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm.

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The legal system in England and Wales -- The roles and responsibilities of the social worker -- Human rights law -- Information sharing -- The principles of children's law -- Local authority support for children and families -- Investigation and case planning -- Applying to court -- Long-term planning for children -- Youth justice -- Adult social care -- The legislative framework for the provision of adult social care and support -- Managing adult social care -- mental capacity and adult safeguarding -- the Court of Protection and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards -- mental health and the law -- Appendix 1 : transnational adoptions -- Appendix 2 : the social worker's toolkit.

Trusted 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.

9780198783459 9780198783459: £29.99 0198783450

2016950468


Social workers--Legal status, laws, etc.--England.
Social workers--Legal status, laws, etc.--Great Britain.
Social workers--Legal status, laws, etc.--Wales.
Public welfare--Law and legislation--Great Britain.
Children--Legal status, laws, etc.--England.
Children--Legal status, laws, etc.--Wales.
Public welfare--Law and legislation--England.
Public welfare--Law and legislation--Wales.

344.410313 / CAR