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Adult support and protection (South Lanarkshire)
Inquiries where investigatory powers are not used
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Adult social care
Inquiries where investigatory powers are not used
Adult support and protection (South Lanarkshire)
South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP)
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Warning
Multidisciplinary approach
When should a council make an inquiry without investigative powers?
Are any children involved?
Council's duty to Inquire under 2007 Act (Section 4)
Care Inspectorate - initial inquiries
Conclusion of inquiry - 3 possible outcomes
Advising referrer
Planning meeting
Self-directed support
Escalation process
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Last reviewed:
20/08/2025
Next review date:
16/02/2026
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Adult support and protection (South Lanarkshire)
