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The Government has promised a “dramatic reduction” in the number of hospital placements for people with learning disabilities, after publishing the final report into the mistreatment uncovered at Winterbourne View private hospital.
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The outgoing head of legal services at Bristol City Council is to join law firm Veale Wasbrough Vizards’ public sector team as a consultant.
Read more: Bristol turns to local NHS trust as head of legal heads for VWV
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A nurse recently challenged the police's decision to disclose information in her enhanced criminal records certificates without allowing her to make representations. Rosalind English examines the High Court's ruling.
Read more: Working with the elderly and infirm – a delicate balance of rights
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The Court of Appeal has handed down a landmark ruling confirming the applicability of EU Zambrano rights in a social welfare context.
Read more: Court of Appeal in landmark ruling on Zambrano rights and social welfare