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26/07/2004
Carers abusing vulnerable adults face ban
People who have abused a vulnerable adult in their care will be "effectively banned" from working in a care position ever again, under proposals published today.
Under the Protection of Vulnerable Adults scheme, care providers across England and Wales will be required by law to check a register of abusive carers when recruiting new staff.
Those intent on harming vulnerable adults will find it "extremely difficult" to find jobs in care homes and domiciliary care settings as a result, the government has said.
Health Minister Stephen Ladyman said the government would also continue to drive up standards of care through the National Minimum Standards and the National Service Framework for Older People.
"There is no point in tackling abuse by professionals without tackling the causes of abuse such as poor standards of care and poorly trained and supported staff," he said.
"We will continue this work in conjunction with the relevant professional bodies to better equip and support the social care workforce."
(gmcg)
Under the Protection of Vulnerable Adults scheme, care providers across England and Wales will be required by law to check a register of abusive carers when recruiting new staff.
Those intent on harming vulnerable adults will find it "extremely difficult" to find jobs in care homes and domiciliary care settings as a result, the government has said.
Health Minister Stephen Ladyman said the government would also continue to drive up standards of care through the National Minimum Standards and the National Service Framework for Older People.
"There is no point in tackling abuse by professionals without tackling the causes of abuse such as poor standards of care and poorly trained and supported staff," he said.
"We will continue this work in conjunction with the relevant professional bodies to better equip and support the social care workforce."
(gmcg)
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