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The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 (the Act) was implemented in 2008, at which time the Scottish Government published an Adult Support and Protection Code of Practice (which included a section on Adult Protection Committees) and also Guidance for Adult Protection Committees. A revised Code of Practice was last published in 2014.

adult protection policy and other associated policies and procedures. Key components of an adult protection policy • a statement that the provider will follow the local authority adult protection guidance; • a description of the staff/provider/manager responsibilities; • a statement of what the provider will do if there are suspicions of ...

This guidance is to aid practitioners with implementing the provisions set out in the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007, and should be used in conjunction with the Code of Practice (also being revised). The aim of the consultation was to ensure guidance takes account of policy and practice developments, and current legislation.

The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 is part of a suite of legislation intended to protect adults in Scotland. The other legislation are: Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000; ... Adult Support and Protection Guidance for General Practice ...

The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 (the Act) was implemented in 2008, at which time the Scottish Government published an Adult Support and Protection Code of Practice and also Guidance for Adult Protection Committees (APC). A revised Code of Practice was published in 2014.

Adult Support and Protection: Ensuring Rights and Preventing Harm August 2013 This updated version of the multi-agency Adult Support and Protection guidelines replaces the guidelines that were initially published in January 2010. The new guidelines take account of further changes to legislation; changes to agency structures and nomenclature,

Adult Support and Protection Practice Guidance Most adults, who might be considered to be at risk of harm, manage to live their lives without experiencing harm. Often this is with the assistance of caring relatives, friends, paid carers, professional agencies or volunteers. However, some people will experience harm such as physical

The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 places emphasis on the support element of the Act. While a minor linguistic point, we would like the guidance to reflect the support element when moving through the ASP process. ... For example, in this Chapter, the guidance title, Adult Protection Investigations and visits, could be reworded ...

Comprehensive Practice Guidance for the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 is contained within its Code of Practice, July 2022. It is important that professionals – officers from the Council, Health Board and Police - refer directly to the Code of Practice when they are performing functions under the Act.

This revised Scottish Code of Practice aims to reflect the developments in policy, practice and legislation both in the overall context of adult support and protection and in day-to-day activity. It provides information and detail to support practical application of the 2007 Act.

In 2008 new legislation was introduced to support and protect adults who are at risk of harm – the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 ("the 2007 Act"). The 2007 Act requires public bodies to work together to support and protect adults who are unable to safeguard themselves, their property and their rights.

Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 (The Act) legislative principles and Codes of Practice. These have been developed within a human rights framework ... consistent with the overarching West of Scotland Interagency Adult Support and Protection Practice Guidance which has been endorsed as key multi-agency

Legislation and Government Guidance Adult Support and Protection. Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 (legislation.gov.uk) Adult Support and Protection revised Code of Practice - gov.scot (www.gov.scot) - July 2022; National Guidance for APCs - July 2022; National Guidance for APCs - Undertaking Learning Reviews - May 2022

Adult Support and Protection Good Practice Guide Remember the definition of an adult at risk is: The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 defines Adults at Risk, through a 3-Point Test as adults aged 16 years or over, who: 1. are unable to safeguard their own well-being, property, rights or other interests; 2. are at risk of harm; and

The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 (“the Act”) was passed by the Scottish Parliament in February 2007 and implemented in October 2008 and these Procedures provide practical guidance to staff in Orkney Health and Care when seeking to support and protect adults at

The links below will provide you with information and guidance around Adult Support and Protection with your Care Home. If you are unsure whether an incident should be treated as an adult protection matter, please phone / email the adult protection unit to discuss the matter at any time. Adult Support and Protection Act - Code of Practice.

accessibility. The Guidance will document the process at each stage of the Adult Support and Protection journey and the roles of each individual. 4.3 Screening As stated previously, not all Adult Support and Protection Referrals will lead to further Adult Support and Protection interventions. However, they will all lead to completion

Practice or Guidance. 5. The Adult Support and Protection National Strategic Forum , chaired by the Minister for Mental Health, has recognised this changing landscape within which Adult Support and Protection now operates. It therefore agreed that this was an appropriate time to undertake a review of the Adult Support and Protection Code of ...

The West of Scotland Inter Agency Adult Support & Protection Practice Guidance is the other overarching reference document for guidance approved for use within West Dunbartonshire and must be read in conjunction with this Guidance. The Guidance has been developed to ensure that any concerns about an adult at risk ...