Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007: guidance for Adult Protection Committees
Revised guidance to reflect the developments in policy, practice and legislation both in the overall context of adult support and protection and in day-to-day activity. It provides information and detail to support practical application of the 2007 Act for Adult Protection Committees.
Introduction
This revised guidance is issued under section 47 of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 which requires Adult Protection Committees (APCs) and councils to have regard to any guidance issued by Scottish Ministers about their functions under sections 42 to 46 of the Act.
The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act was passed by the Scottish Parliament in February 2007 and is referred to in this guidance as "the Act". It is in five parts and Part 1 deals with the protection of adults at risk of harm.
This guidance relates to Part 1 of the Act. It should be read in conjunction with the Act, the associated revised ASP Code of Practice and other related legislation including the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 and the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003.
Contact
Email: ASP@gov.scot
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