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NHS Lanarkshire

Inquiries where investigatory powers are not used

Adult support and protection
South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP)

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