The call for sectors to work collaboratively to provide integrated services is not new or unique to New Labour; but a combination of previous political approaches assumed to be more inclusive. The rhetoric of partnership is seen as... more
The call for sectors to work collaboratively to provide integrated services is not new or unique to New Labour; but a combination of previous political approaches assumed to be more inclusive. The rhetoric of partnership is seen as essential to locate solutions to complex problems, with policies focusing on the socially disadvantaged. It could be argued that this thrust of partnership activity in different arenas and contexts highlights the terms’ ambiguity and despite the increased political interest, partnership remains ‘fuzzy’. It is described as the ‘indefinable in pursuit of the unachievable’ and despite the optimism of official documents there is an array of issues including the definition of partnership itself.
The call for sectors to work collaboratively to provide integrated services is not new or unique to New Labour; but a combination of previous political approaches assumed to be more inclusive. The rhetoric of partnership is seen as... more
The call for sectors to work collaboratively to provide integrated services is not new or unique to New Labour; but a combination of previous political approaches assumed to be more inclusive. The rhetoric of partnership is seen as essential to locate solutions to complex problems, with policies focusing on the socially disadvantaged. It could be argued that this thrust of partnership activity in different arenas and contexts highlights the terms’ ambiguity and despite the increased political interest, partnership remains ‘fuzzy’. It is described as the ‘indefinable in pursuit of the unachievable’ and despite the optimism of official documents there is an array of issues including the definition of partnership itself.
Responding to Complexity (R2C): An evaluation of the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) funded coordinated response to support survivors of domestic and sexual abuse with complex needs (mental ill-health, substance... more
Responding to Complexity (R2C): An evaluation of the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) funded coordinated response to support survivors of domestic and sexual abuse with complex needs (mental ill-health, substance misuse including alcohol and/or dual diagnosis).
Abstract: Little is known about the relationship between organisations charged with the protection of vulnerable adults in England and Wales. This paper investigates adult protection1 inter-agency relationships in the context of an adult... more
Abstract: Little is known about the relationship between organisations charged with the protection of vulnerable adults in England and Wales. This paper investigates adult protection1 inter-agency relationships in the context of an adult protection framework that gave local authorities the lead role and charged other agencies with working in partnership with them. The data reported are from focus groups undertaken with members of 26 Adult Protection Committees (APCs) from England and Wales during 2005-2006. The APCs ...
At a time of policy review of adult safeguarding in England and Wales, this article provides an in-depth analysis of perceptions and dynamics of Multi-Agency Working (MAW) in adult protection and explores whether perceptions of its... more
At a time of policy review of adult safeguarding in England and Wales, this article provides an in-depth analysis of perceptions and dynamics of Multi-Agency Working (MAW) in adult protection and explores whether perceptions of its strengths and challenges vary in relation to the composition and decision-making processes of Adult Protection Committees (APCs). Findings are drawn from a survey of local authorities that took place during 2004-2005 as part of a wider study. The article highlights the complexities of MAW, the areas of tension for those with responsibilities for implementing it at local levels and the challenges arising from the composition of APCs.
At a time of policy review of adult safeguarding in England and Wales, this article provides an in-depth analysis of perceptions and dynamics of Multi-Agency Working (MAW) in adult protection and explores whether perceptions of its... more
At a time of policy review of adult safeguarding in England and Wales, this article provides an in-depth analysis of perceptions and dynamics of Multi-Agency Working (MAW) in adult protection and explores whether perceptions of its strengths and challenges vary in relation to the composition and decision-making processes of Adult Protection Committees (APCs). Findings are drawn from a survey of local authorities that took place during 2004-2005 as part of a wider study. The article highlights the complexities of MAW, the areas of tension for those with responsibilities for implementing it at local levels and the challenges arising from the composition of APCs.
