18 June, 2010
17 June, 2010
Information updated to reflect changes in legislation and policy affecting older people over the last year.
16 June, 2010
Provision of good information and support is essential to give disabled people the best chances.
15 June, 2010
Disabled people are more likely than the wider population to experience targeted violence or hostility, says Citizens Advice.
14 June, 2010
New research issued to launch Carers Week shows that, despite saving the UK £87 billion per year, most carers have had to give up leisure and social activities.
14 June, 2010
Inquiry launched into whether public bodies and transport providers are fulfilling obligations to prevent harassment.
10 June, 2010
7 June, 2010
Document sets out principles to be utilised in using powers in the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
1 June, 2010
[2010] EWCA Civ 586
27 May, 2010
£237m social care reform grant to local authoritites will remain in place.
24 May, 2010
New research published by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
21 May, 2010
Charity responds to publication of government's plans for reforming the social care system.
20 May, 2010
A radical devolution of power to local authorities will help make vital services even more responsive to people’s needs, says Chairman.
20 May, 2010
However, independent commission to be established to advise on funding long term care.
20 May, 2010
Historic document sets out the government's policies on key areas and highlights the urgency of reforming the social care system.
20 May, 2010
New report on the 'West Midland's Destitute Project' outlines services that should be provided to families.
19 May, 2010
Coalition publishes new policy designed to 'put more power into people's hands'.
19 May, 2010
New system to be developed to replace quality ratings for registered social care services.
19 May, 2010
Huge risk that things will get worse for carers, says Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and Princess Royal Trust for Carers .
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