Abstract
This book identifies the roots of child protection law in Scotland and traces its development to the present day. It looks at court process, outcomes, the regulation of protective environments, as well as emergency measures and aftercare. It has separate chapters on forced emigration of vulnerable children, and adoption of children.
Original language | English |
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Place of Publication | Edinburgh |
Publisher | Edinburgh University Press |
Number of pages | 406 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781474444200 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781474444170, 9781474444194 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2020 |
Keywords
- child protection
- Scots Law
- Scottish laws
- youth offending