Attachment and caregiving in families with parental learning disabilities

Parents with learning difficulties often face significant challenges that contribute to their overall disadvantage. For Learning Disability Week we are sharing insights from research.

A major legal shift – effective immediately

From Cheshire West to the Northern Ireland Reference – what now for social care? On 2 June 2026, the UK Supreme Court handed down a landmark judgment.

Supporting extended family networks in the Roma community and beyond

Recent reforms in children’s social care promise a shift towards keeping children safely within their families. To support Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, Dr Joanna Koskta explores the need to support extended family networks in the Roma community and beyond.

Applying attachment theory in adult social care

Attachment theory offers valuable insights for adult social care practice. A new Research in Practice briefing introduces core ideas and implications for practice.