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A right to be safe
- Author:
- SWAINE Frances
- Journal article citation:
- Viewpoint, July 2008, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Mencap/Gateway
In May, Hounslow council was ordered to pay compensation to a couple who both have learning disability and were subjected to abuse by their neighbours. The landmark ruling is the first to hold a local authority responsible for protecting vulnerable adults from 'third parties'. The author, the solicitor acting for the couple, explains the rulings wider implications.