The Care Act 2014 has for the first time given a formal statutory base for Safeguarding Adults Boards. This will enable SAB’s to deliver a more robust challenge to partner agencies and ensure a greater consistency in safeguarding in our borough.

The board does this by:

• ensuring that local safeguarding arrangements are in place as defined by the Care Act 2014
• embedding good safeguarding practices, that puts people at the centre of its duties
• working in partnership with other agencies to prevent abuse and neglect where possible
• ensuring that services and individuals respond quickly and responsibly when abuse or neglect has occurred
• continually improving safeguarding practices and enhancing the quality of life of adults in the local area
• publishing an annual report
• publishing a strategic plan

More information on Safeguarding adults is available on our site.