National Adult Support and Protection Learning and Development Framework resources

An Adult Support and Protection Learning Review is a means for public bodies and office holders with responsibilities relating to the protection of adults at risk of harm to learn lessons from considering the circumstances where an adult at risk has died, or has been significantly harmed. This guidance is for Adult Protection Committees to use when considering, or undertaking, Learning Reviews.

This revised Code of Practice provides information and detail to support practical application of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. It aims 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.

This briefing intends to provoke a conversation about the power of embracing risk as a natural part of decision making. It questions a blanket definition of risk, and looks at the impact of risk-averse and risk-positive cultures. It encourages reflection on sharing risk, reflecting on professional assumptions around risk in people's lives. Part of the Iriss on... series.

This is a short introduction into supporting adults at risk of harm to stay safer online. It helps practitioners gain awareness of online safety, helping address and explore online use with people who draw on support. It also acknowledges that technology and social media can be positive for those who may be (or feel) isolated.

An online learning resource which supports professionals to improve practice in multi-agency Adult Support and Protection conferences (often called case conferences). This course goes through through the before, during, and after of a case conference. Throughout, the participation and rights of the adult at risk are kept central. It includes filmed contributions from professionals, adults and carers who are experienced in case conferences to help promote best practice.