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Promoting positive outcomes: working together to prevent antisocial behaviour in Scotland: vol 1 executive summary
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Government
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 11p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
The executive summary of the framework for tackling anti-social behaviour is presented. The framework is about promoting positive outcomes: by preventing anti-social behaviour before it occurs; by resolving anti-social behaviour effectively at an early stage when it does occur; by agencies working together more effectively; by communities being more involved in developing sustainable local solutions; and by communicating positive, evidence-based messages about our people and places.
Promoting positive outcomes: working together to prevent antisocial behaviour in Scotland
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Government
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 95p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This Framework for preventing antisocial behaviour in Scotland is the product of an inclusive, consensual and evidence-led review of national policy. This is the first of 3 volumes. It constitutes the main findings of the review, providing a new strategic framework based around 25 national actions and 25 local recommendations for tackling antisocial behaviour more effectively. There are four pillars to this new framework - prevention, integration, engagement and communication. Within each chapter a set of strategic aims, national actions, local recommendations, good practice examples and service-user case studies are outlined.
Give us a break: turning commitments into action
- Authors:
- COALITIONS OF CARERS IN SCOTLAND, SHARED CARE SCOTLAND
- Publisher:
- Shared Care Scotland
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- Dunfermline
This briefing note covers some important developments relating to the future planning and availability of short breaks and respite care, including the newly revised Scottish Government Guidance on Short Breaks (Respite Care), the Scottish Government’s commitment to delivering 10,000 additional respite weeks by 2011, and the Scottish Government’s commitment to introducing a guaranteed entitlement to respite care for those in greatest need by 2011.
Changing Scotland’s relationship with alcohol: a framework for action
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Government
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 41p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This framework sets out the Scottish Government's strategic approach to tackling alcohol misuse in Scotland. It explains the need for action in order to help deliver government’s purpose and outlines how the government intends to take forward the proposals contained in our discussion paper 'Changing Scotland’s relationship with alcohol' following the outcome of the public consultation in 2008.
The value of play: constructions of play in Government policy in England
- Author:
- POWELL Sacha
- Journal article citation:
- Children and Society, 23(1), January 2009, pp.29-42.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
This article reports one aspect of the findings from an assessment of the impact of national policies on children's opportunities for play in England, which was commissioned and funded by the Children's Play Council, London. Systematic analysis of policy documents and interviews with participants from local authorities and the voluntary sector revealed that the (Labour) Government does not promote a consistent conceptualisation of play in England. While some policy documents emphasise play's instrumental value and potential contributions to the priorities of government departments, others refer to its intrinsic value. In both cases, however, such constructions of play form a discourse that controls where and how children may play. This inconsistency has led to gaps in the mechanisms for delivery of extensive, sustainable and equitable play opportunities across the country.
Taking forward the government economic strategy: tackling poverty, inequality and deprivation in Scotland: Response to the Scottish Government discussion paper June 2008
- Author:
- WOOLEY Geraldine
- Publisher:
- Scottish Homelessness and Employability Network
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Response to the Scottish Government discussion paper on tackling poverty are presented.
Sentencing guidelines and a Scottish sentencing council: consultation and proposals
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Government
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 31p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
In 2006, the Sentencing Commission for Scotland recommended that a system of sentencing guidelines should be put in place. The Scottish Government believe that there is a case for a system of sentencing guidelines to help deliver more consistent and transparent sentencing, and a Scottish Sentencing Council to oversee that system. The Scottish Government welcomes views on any or all of the consultation points raised in this document by Friday 21 November 2008.
Poverty and its alleviation: the Nigerian experience
- Author:
- EWHRUDJAKPOR Christian
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 51(4), July 2008, pp.519-531.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Nigeria has remained socio-economically underdeveloped and pauperised amid immense oil wealth and 70 percent of the population is still trapped in poverty. This study analyses the experience of government policies on poverty, arguing that to alleviate poverty, government must legislate against inappropriate behaviour (corruption and ineptitude) of government officials.
Changing Scotland’s relationship with alcohol: a discussion paper on our strategic approach
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Government
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Government
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 78p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
This discussion paper sets out the Scottish Government's strategic approach to tackling alcohol misuse. It illustrates the scale of alcohol- related harm in Scotland and how addressing this can help to deliver a wealthier and fairer, safer and stronger, healthier and smarter Scotland. Increasing trends in alcohol consumption mean that many Scots are now drinking above sensible guidelines. Over recent years, increased consumption has been influenced by factors such as a decline in the relative cost of alcohol; increased availability; and changing cultural attitudes. Many actions are already underway which will contribute to tackling both the underlying causes of, and the negative effects resulting from, Scotland’s complex relationship with alcohol. These include the Government Economic Strategy, the policy statement on Early Years and Early Intervention, and Equally Well, the Ministerial Taskforce on Health Inequalities report. But the evidence shows that more direct and effective action to tackle alcohol misuse is needed. Sustained action is required in four broad areas: reduced alcohol consumption, supporting families and communities, positive public attitudes towards alcohol and individuals better placed to make positive choices about the role of alcohol in their lives, and improved support and treatment for those who require it. The framework for action sets out measures to reduce alcohol-related harm in Scotland.
Update on the review of 'In Safe Hands'
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 10(2), May 2008, pp.29-32.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Provides an updated on the Welsh adult protection guidance document 'In Safe Hands'. The document is to be reviewed during 2008.