This book examines how child protection law has been shaped by the transition to late modernity and how it copes with the ever-changing concept of risk. The boo

This open access book critically explores what child protection policy and professional practice would mean if practice was grounded in human rights standards.

Completely revised and updated since publication of the first edition, this book takes account of the significant legislative and policy changes in the area of

The contributors to this book provide a comprehensive review of child care policy and practice. They present evaluations and critiques of new or impending legis

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