Publisher's Synopsis
The area of social services has been subject to rapid and far-reaching changes in recent years. The Encyclopedia of Social Services and Child Care Law exists to monitor these changes, and is unique in the scope of its material. * Chapters are separated into convenient sections, each with its own mini-table of contents, statutes, delegated legislation, practice and procedure (including practice directions), Codes of Practice and circulars * Current developments are carefully monitored and incorporated into the Encyclopedia via three updating releases per year including practice directions, Codes of Practice and circulars * Family Law Bulletin: Subscribers receive this publication as part of the service. Each issue gives an overview of developments in family law ensuring you are always up to date.