Independent Futures - Creating user-led disability services in a disabling society Author:Colin Barnes and Geof Mercer Peter Bates and Mark Lymbery

Peter Bates and Mark Lymbery

Ensuring that Every Child Really Does Matter

The collection examines the radical changes that have taken place in social work over the last decade within the wider context of welfare policy and practice change within the United Kingdom

policy and procedure in light of central government’s modernising agenda for social work

His research interests cover poverty and social policy

Independent Futures - Creating user-led disability services in a disabling society Author:Colin Barnes and Geof Mercer Peter Bates and Mark LymberyGiven the increase of disability related support services controlled and run by disabled people themselves, greater user involvement in service provision and delivery is a key priority for many western governments. Drawing on evidence from a range of sources, this book provides the first comprehensive review and analysis of these developments in the UK and provides a critical analysis of key issues affecting future policy and practice. Including an up