Authors: Williams, Catherine¹; Ferris, Katy²

Source: Journal of Social Welfare and Family Law, Volume 27, Number 2, 01Jul2005 , pp. 199-212(14)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

Abstract:

This article considers proposed changes to the social services complaints procedure. The Health and Social Care (Community Health and Standards) Act 2003 makes provision for Complaints Panels to be taken away from local authorities. The suggestion is that in future the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) should be responsible for running all Panels. We argue that this proposal is not grounded in a satisfactory rationale, is not the best solution to any concerns about Panels and could lead to problems for all concerned: complainants, Panel members, complaints officers and the CSCI itself.

Keywords: Social services; Complaints Panels; CSCI; Consultation proposals

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09649060500168176

Affiliations: 1: Sheffield University 2: Sheffield Hallam University

Publication date: 2005-07-01

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