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Care Materials
The Care Act 2014 Overview
A comprehensive overview of the legal framework for adult social care in England, outlining duties and responsibilities for local authorities.
The Human Rights Act 1998 Overview
An overview of the legislation that incorporates the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law, safeguarding fundamental rights and freedoms.
The Social Care Act 2012 Overview
A summary of the key reforms introduced to the NHS, focusing on patient choice, healthcare commissioning, and public health responsibilities.
Mental Health Act 1983 Overview
A concise explanation of the legislation governing the treatment, rights, and care of people with mental health conditions in England and Wales.
The Autism Act 2009 Overview
An outline of the first-ever disability-specific law in England aimed at improving services and support for people with autism.
Children Act 1989 Overview
An overview of the core legislation in child welfare, setting out the duties of local authorities, the rights of parents, and the legal framework for safeguarding children’s well-being.
Children Act 2004 Overview
An overview of how this Act strengthens child protection through improved multi-agency working, more transparent accountability, and the establishment of Local Safeguarding Children Boards.
Equality Act 2010 Overview
An overview of the legislation that protects people from discrimination and promotes equality, particularly within health and social care environments.
Mental Capacity Act 2005 Overview
An overview of the legal principles for assessing capacity, supporting people to make decisions, and applying safeguards such as Lasting Power of Attorney and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
Procurement Act 2023 Overview
An overview of recent changes to public sector procurement, focusing on greater transparency, improved efficiency, and the inclusion of social value and sustainability in contracting processes.
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 Overview
An overview of the legal framework that governs background checks and barring systems to protect children and vulnerable adults in care and support services.
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) Overview
An overview of the treaty’s key principles and how they inform UK policies around children’s rights, education, welfare, and protection.
Publications
White Paper Publication 2023
An overview of the key insights from our 2023 White Paper on the UK health and social care sector, shaped by the perspectives of commissioners, social workers, families, and caregivers.
White Paper Publication 2024
An overview of our 2024 White Paper, reflecting on sector progress and ongoing challenges in UK health and social care, informed by input from commissioners, social workers, families, and caregivers.
Commissioning Cycle
An overview of the commissioning cycle, outlining each stage, core processes, and best practices to support effective planning, funding, and delivery of care services.
Case Studies
Explore real stories that highlight the impact of personalised support across health and social care.