Safeguarding Service Users from Abuse or Harm: The Policy Context: In-depth

Summary

This topic covers the statutory frameworks on the safeguarding of vulnerable adults from abuse or harm, in line with the Care Act 2014 (s.42) and the Fundamental Standards that are part of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.

Wales safeguarding policies are rooted in the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014) and applied to care services through the Regulated Services (Service Providers and Responsible Individuals) (Wales) Regulations 2017. (See Regulations 26–31.)

Scotland adult protection policies are based on the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and applied to care service through the national health and care standards, My Support, My Life.