The Welfare Reform Bill heralds major changes to incapacity benefits in 2008. Eligibility will be tightened and sanctions extended. Welfare rights organisations and others are concerned about the impact on people with a disability or long-term health problem.
The Welfare Reform Bill heralds major changes to incapacity benefits in 2008. Eligibility will be tightened and sanctions extended. Welfare rights organisations and others are concerned about the impact on people with a disability or long-term health problem.
Subject terms:
incapacity benefit, income support, law, long term conditions, mental health problems, physical disabilities, benefits, disabilities, government policy;
This book argues that an identification of legal concepts of childhood can offer insights into our treatment of children, the capacities which we expect of them and the extent of any protection which they can expect from those charged with the responsibility for their welfare. Each essay focuses on a particular legal discipline which centrally involves children. The object of the analysis is to assess how children are regarded by lawyers in each discipline. In order to make comparisons the substantive part of the book will also include essays on the perspectives on childhood at the core of other disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy and literature. Particular subjects covered include, youth justice, tort, housing law, medical treatment, education and social security.
This book argues that an identification of legal concepts of childhood can offer insights into our treatment of children, the capacities which we expect of them and the extent of any protection which they can expect from those charged with the responsibility for their welfare. Each essay focuses on a particular legal discipline which centrally involves children. The object of the analysis is to assess how children are regarded by lawyers in each discipline. In order to make comparisons the substantive part of the book will also include essays on the perspectives on childhood at the core of other disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy and literature. Particular subjects covered include, youth justice, tort, housing law, medical treatment, education and social security.
Subject terms:
law, legal professionals, mental health problems, psychiatry, sociology, benefits, children, childrens rights, education, health care;
Psychiatric Bulletin, 27(6), June 2003, pp.225-226.
Publisher:
Royal College of Psychiatrists
The Government has recently added an amendment to the section of the Disability Living Allowance and Disability Working Allowance Act 1991 relating to lower rate mobility. For the first time, a differentiation has been made in the approach to assessment between those with severe mental disability, from those with severe physical disabilities. The amendment has become known as the Dualeh Regulation. The background history is described and the wider implications considered. The lower rate mobility component (LRMC) of the living allowance, currently at £14.90 a week, is for people who can walk but because of severe mental or physical disabilities need guidance or supervision from another person when walking outdoors in unfamiliar places. It is to this section of the Act that the amendments were added.
The Government has recently added an amendment to the section of the Disability Living Allowance and Disability Working Allowance Act 1991 relating to lower rate mobility. For the first time, a differentiation has been made in the approach to assessment between those with severe mental disability, from those with severe physical disabilities. The amendment has become known as the Dualeh Regulation. The background history is described and the wider implications considered. The lower rate mobility component (LRMC) of the living allowance, currently at £14.90 a week, is for people who can walk but because of severe mental or physical disabilities need guidance or supervision from another person when walking outdoors in unfamiliar places. It is to this section of the Act that the amendments were added.
Subject terms:
income support, law, mental health problems, mobility impairment, physical disabilities, psychiatry, severe mental health problems, benefits, disability living allowance;
Practical text aimed at social workers, social work students and all related statutory and voluntary workers coming into contact with Northern Ireland law in a social work context.
Practical text aimed at social workers, social work students and all related statutory and voluntary workers coming into contact with Northern Ireland law in a social work context.
Subject terms:
housing, law, law courts, mental health problems, probation, social workers, students, benefits, criminal justice;
One volume reference book on the law as it affects older people. Topics covered include: social services; housing; health services; welfare rights; wills and the formalities of death; and mental health.
One volume reference book on the law as it affects older people. Topics covered include: social services; housing; health services; welfare rights; wills and the formalities of death; and mental health.
Subject terms:
housing, law, mental health law, mental health problems, older people, residential care, social care provision, benefits, death, dementia;
Looks at the complexities of involving users with mental health problems, learning difficulties and disabilities in service planning if their state benefits are to be protected. Discusses areas of relevant legislation: the benefits system, the Minimum Wage Act 1998, and employment law.
Looks at the complexities of involving users with mental health problems, learning difficulties and disabilities in service planning if their state benefits are to be protected. Discusses areas of relevant legislation: the benefits system, the Minimum Wage Act 1998, and employment law.
Subject terms:
income, law, learning disabilities, mental health problems, physical disabilities, planning, service users, social care provision, user participation, benefits, employment;
Aims to provide practical information for those caring for someone with mental health problems. Describes each of the main types of mental illness and their treatment, with case studies of carers' experiences. Goes on to discuss issues such as the range of mental health and social care services available; housing, benefits and employment; legal issues; stigma; cultural issues; violence and suicide; and psychological treatments.
Aims to provide practical information for those caring for someone with mental health problems. Describes each of the main types of mental illness and their treatment, with case studies of carers' experiences. Goes on to discuss issues such as the range of mental health and social care services available; housing, benefits and employment; legal issues; stigma; cultural issues; violence and suicide; and psychological treatments.
Subject terms:
housing, law, mental health problems, mental health services, psychotherapy, severe mental health problems, social services, social care provision, suicide, treatment, therapy and treatment, violence, benefits, carers, employment;
Provides a clear outline of the legal framework within which social work operates in Scotland and is aimed primarily at those with no previous knowledge of the law. Begins with a general introduction to legal terminology and procedure and goes on to discuss different areas of law, including: housing, benefits, debt recovery, and discrimination. Also takes into account the Children(Scotland)Act 1995. Concludes with a chapter on professional responsibility and accountability.
Provides a clear outline of the legal framework within which social work operates in Scotland and is aimed primarily at those with no previous knowledge of the law. Begins with a general introduction to legal terminology and procedure and goes on to discuss different areas of law, including: housing, benefits, debt recovery, and discrimination. Also takes into account the Children(Scotland)Act 1995. Concludes with a chapter on professional responsibility and accountability.
Subject terms:
housing, law, learning disabilities, looked after children, mental health problems, offenders, parents, social welfare law, social work, social care provision, social workers, accountability, benefits, child protection, discrimination;
Explores the consequences of disability within a legal framework, clearly explaining rights, laws, and issues. Covers: the legal definition of disability; rights and entitlements to housing, employment, goods, services and social security; the implications of the Children Act 1989 for disabled children; and a comparative study of legislation in other countries.
Explores the consequences of disability within a legal framework, clearly explaining rights, laws, and issues. Covers: the legal definition of disability; rights and entitlements to housing, employment, goods, services and social security; the implications of the Children Act 1989 for disabled children; and a comparative study of legislation in other countries.
Subject terms:
housing, law, learning disabilities, mental health problems, physical disabilities, rights, social welfare law, benefits, children, comparative studies, employment;