What is it about?
This interview with Tim Spencer-Lane sheds light on the evolution of the law and policy framework that informs safeguarding practice. It highlights the competing imperatives and tensions for government policymakers in finding the balance between maximising an adult at risk’s autonomy and ensuring adequate protection for those who need it. The findings also suggest the next steps to improve the legal framework that informs safeguarding adults.
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Why is it important?
Safeguarding adults at risk is an often complex and challenging area of social work practice. This interview opens up a discussion on the importance of recognising the historical, present and future implications of the law and policy framework that informs safeguarding practice and how this impacts social work and adults at risk.
Perspectives
Collaborating with Tim Spencer-Lane on this article was a pleasure. His ability to demystify complex legal concepts and present them in an accessible way is commendable. Tim’s informed and candid insights prompted me to reflect on my own practice as a social worker and educator, particularly on the tensions that arise when navigating a challenging legal landscape. I hope this article inspires readers to engage in similar reflection and encourages active participation in future consultations on law and policy reform.
Maria Brent
Kingston University
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This page is a summary of: An interview with Tim Spencer-Lane: ‘perspectives on the development of social care law in relation to adult safeguarding’, The Journal of Adult Protection, June 2025, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/jap-02-2025-0007.
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