Drawing on unique access to prominent policy makers including ministers, senior civil servants, local authority directors, and the leaders of children’s secto

Examining the assessment of need in children's services this book addresses the full spectrum of practice, policy and research developments in the field. The co

This book is concerned with how social workers and managers can engage reflectively and proactively with changes in children's services. Vicky White and John Ha

Values and their application are a continuing area of concern for those involved in work with children and families. This book provides a means of understanding

At the turn of the century, attitudes and actions towards children are increasingly contradictory and complex. This work explores these apparent contradictions