Concerns about neglect were identified for 37% of children on the child protection register in Scotland. Source NSPCC (2016) Adults Legislation Scotland Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 This Act provides ways to help safeguard the welfare and finances of people who lack capacity. It protects adults (people aged 16 or over) who lack capacity to take some or all decisions for themselves because of a mental disorder or an inability to communicate. It allows a person - such as a relative, friend or partner - to make decisions on someone's behalf. The Act also lets you make arrangements for another person or persons to make decisions and manage affairs on your behalf if you lose capacity in the future. 2002 Miss X A woman with learning difficulties was found to have been held hostage and sexually abused. The 30-year woman moved into the home of James Mercer and his girlfriend in the town of Newton St Boswells. A social worker from the council unsuccessfully tried to gain access to the home on three separate occasions and raised concerns. It was discovered that the woman had been kept hostage, repeatedly raped, sexually assaulted, starved and handcuffed naked on the floor. 3 men were convicted at the high court in Edinburgh. 2007- The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 This Act identifies and protects individuals who fall into the category of 'adults at risk'. Including: placing a duty on councils to make the necessary inquiries and investigations to establish whether or not further action is required to stop or prevent harm occurring;
Concerns about neglect were identified for 37% of children on the child protection register in Scotland. Source NSPCC (2016) Adults Legislation Scotland Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 This Act provides ways to help safeguard the welfare and finances of people who lack capacity. It protects adults (people aged 16 or over) who lack capacity to take some or all decisions for themselves because of a mental disorder or an inability to communicate. It allows a person - such as a relative, friend or partner - to make decisions on someone's behalf. The Act also lets you make arrangements for another person or persons to make decisions and manage affairs on your behalf if you lose capacity in the future. 2002 Miss X A woman with learning difficulties was found to have been held hostage and sexually abused. The 30-year woman moved into the home of James Mercer and his girlfriend in the town of Newton St Boswells. A social worker from the council unsuccessfully tried to gain access to the home on three separate occasions and raised concerns. It was discovered that the woman had been kept hostage, repeatedly raped, sexually assaulted, starved and handcuffed naked on the floor. 3 men were convicted at the high court in Edinburgh. 2007- The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 This Act identifies and protects individuals who fall into the category of 'adults at risk'. Including: placing a duty on councils to make the necessary inquiries and investigations to establish whether or not further action is required to stop or prevent harm occurring;