Articles by Date : January 01 2005 - January 31 2005

Government scraps Bichard's recommendation for registration scheme
The government has confirmed it has scrapped plans to introduce a registration scheme for all those working with children because it would be.... more
(11 January 2005 17:33)

Children's fears could be neglected under plans for children's commissioner role
The concerns of children and young people in England could be neglected as a result of the education secretary having powers over the children’s.... more
(11 January 2005 10:24)

Tuesday 11th January 2005
ASBO pigs case to be reviewed cannings denied compensation more
(11 January 2005 10:02)

Cannings will not receive compensation for wrongful imprisonment
A mother wrongly imprisoned for the murder of her two baby sons has said she will not receive any compensation from the government, writes Mithran.... more
(11 January 2005 12:50)

Olympic hero tells kids to keep it safe
Olympic medal sensation Amir Khan joined forces with Crimestoppers in Manchester last week to launch a week of action aimed at protecting.... more
(11 January 2005 08:07)

Parents consulted over £250 top-up for seven-year olds
Children born after September 2002 could receive a payment of at least £250 when they reach seven years old as part of the Government’s Child Trust.... more
(11 January 2005 08:04)

Schools to specialise in special educational needs
Twelve schools in England are to become the first to specialise in catering for special educational needs, Children’s Minister Margaret Hodge.... more
(11 January 2005 08:02)

On-the-spot fines for ten year olds
Parents and guardians of children who commit anti-social behaviour offences could be fined up to £40 under a new government scheme. more
(11 January 2005 08:00)

Hutt replaced by Gibbons as Welsh health and social services minister
Welsh minister for health and social services Jane Hutt has been replaced by Brian Gibbons after six years in the job, it was announced today, .... more
(10 January 2005 17:03)

Target Social Care
Community Care is the publishing partner for Target Social Care - the leading social care careers publication. more
(10 January 2005 10:28)

Baaf warns against adopting victims of Asian tsunami tragedy
Baaf Adoption & Fostering has warned people not to try and adopt victims of the Asian tsunami tragedy to avoid fuelling the child trafficking.... more
(07 January 2005 16:11)

Second phase of social care campaign launched
The second phase of the government’s drive to attract more people into the social care profession was launched today by health minister Stephen.... more
(10 January 2005 12:21)

Patel charged with serious professional misconduct
The General Medical Council has charged a former government adviser with serious professional misconduct over allegations of poor care standards at a.... more
(10 January 2005 11:28)

Don't Blame The Parents
The government criminalises parents for their children's truancy. But social policy ought to be focusing on overcoming the social deprivation.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Scots delay new staff check rules
The Scottish executive has backed down over the implementation of new child protection legislation that voluntary groups fear could see workers.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Councils say budget to be cut by quarter
The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities has warned that the distribution mechanism for Supporting People money over the next three years will.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

'Give more rights' to disabled tenants
The Disability Discrimination Bill should be amended to stop landlords preventing disabled tenants from making their homes easier to live in, say.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

ON THE MOVE
Stuart Brook, director of social services at Nottingham Council, has decided to leave the council at the end of March after 10 years of service. He.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Profile: Adam Mooney, ISSP manager
Roisin Woolnough meets a man whose task it is to empower young offenders to change their ways. more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Action learning programmes for voluntary sector need funding
More funding should be available for action learning programmes in the voluntary and community sector, according to Jane Watts, project manager at.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Serious case review launched after foster father sentenced for abusing children
A serious case review has been launched by three local authorities following the conviction of a foster father who abused more than 2,000 girls, .... more
(10 January 2005 11:40)

All Eyes On The Voters
For those working in local government, it is sometimes hard to remember that this is a prime minister who worries about the impact of his policies.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Captain of my Ship
Richard Jameson has developed his own techniques to dispel depression and control his mental health. more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Youth green paper delayed further
The publication of the youth green paper is expected to delayed until February and is expected to be published at the same time as the Russell.... more
(10 January 2005 11:33)

Charities slam Drugs Bill for focus on crime at expense of treatment
Drugs charities have accused the government of using the Drugs Bill as a "political vote winner" for the next election rather than the promotion of.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Court service in U-turn on militants
The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service has reversed its ban on talks with militant fathers' groups, despite reports of increased.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

The Big Question
Do you agree with the government's plans for a UK identity card? more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

If you ask me...
Nasrin Parvaz is a refugee from Iran and a client of the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Integrated children's services must have social care focus, say directors
Education departments are significantly outperforming their counterparts in children's social services, according to the comprehensive performance.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

It's the Same Old Story
If we ever needed an example of saying one thing and doing another, Labour provided one in 2004. Despite ministerial speeches insisting that social.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Ladyman 'using care system as a threat'
Social work leaders have lambasted community care minister Stephen Ladyman for suggesting that the children of antisocial council tenants should be.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Wales set to blur the boundaries and share its workforce
Synonymous with poor performance, Welsh social services are due an overhaul. Derren Hayes looks at a blueprint for recovery which suggests shifting.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Minister says GPs must help cut claims
Family doctors have rejected government claims that they are failing to do enough to persuade people to come off incapacity benefit. more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Mixed reception for Clarke appointment
Charles Clarke's appointment as home secretary could lead to fewer young people being placed in custody, the Howard League for Penal Reform has.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Next steps
Thinking of moving on? Then read on... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Northern Ireland provision reviewed
The King's Fund has started a six-month review of health and social care in Northern Ireland. more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Opposition grows over plans to force councils to work with health bodies
Local government leaders have warned ministers against compelling councils and health bodies to work together following reports that proposals for.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Partners In Time
The Social Care Institute for Excellence is to expand with the addition of seven government agencies. Melanie Henwood looks at lessons for the.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Outside The Frame
The burden of protecting children from sexual abusers who fall outside the criminal justice system often rests with social services. Jo Hebb looks at.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Personal carers to be trained in podiatry skills
Personal carers to be trained in podiatry skills Aberdeen Council is training 18 personal carers in basic foot care after a service-user consultation.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Two-thirds suspect definition is spin
Sixty-five per cent of visitors to Community Care's website believe the new definition of homelessness is an attempt by the government to make its.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Monday 10 January 2005
More than a million children play truant Funding for mental illness helpline cut more
(10 January 2005 09:48)

Prison regime needs overhaul, MPs warn
The home affairs select committee today criticised the prison system for failing people with mental health problems, writes Clare Jerrom . more
(07 January 2005 12:55)

'Appalling conditions' at Feltham ignored at time of Mubarek murder
Concerns about “appalling” conditions at Feltham Young Offender Institution “fell on deaf ears” in the period leading up to the murder of Zahid.... more
(06 January 2005 14:33)

Beyond Prozac: Healing Mental Distress
Every now and again a book comes along that is compulsory reading for practitioners. Beyond Prozac is such a book for those working in mental health,.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Contact In Adoption And Permanent Foster Care: Research Theory And Practice
An essential reference work for contact issues is always welcome, writes Barbara Davis. more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

What is a Disability? and What is Contact? A Guide for Children
What Is A Disability? discusses what it means to have a disability and help children to understand it. It explains how people in wheelchairs don't.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

The Golly in the Cupboard
Phil Frampton has a story to tell. Abandoned as a child and brought up in Barnardo's homes mainly because his mother was white and his father wasn't,.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Safe As Houses
The new chief executive of NCH tells Terry Philpot how the charity will benefit from her background working with young people in the housing sector. .... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)

Sights Set Too Low
The child care strategy lacks the bold commitment to radical change of New Zealand's plans. This is not surprising given how far early years services.... more
(06 January 2005 00:00)