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Find out about the Office of the Public Guardian's policy on protecting adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
Information about Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).
Legislation and guidance on the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) and the latest information on progress towards their implementation.
Government to launch a consultation in 2026 on Liberty Protection Safeguards to improve safeguarding for vulnerable people.
Information about implementation support that is being provided ahead of the implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards.
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) guidance on preventing and responding to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment in the international aid sector.
What to do to protect people who come into contact with your charity through its work from abuse or mistreatment.
This policy framework sets out statutory safeguarding duties for secure settings and escort providers in the Youth Custody Service (YCS).
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