At a time of cuts, the need to take a strategic view

Environmental problems will require us to change our social structures too.

Both in Haiti and the UK, young people need long-term economic solutions

The impact of long-term neglect is underestimated by social workers.

Success demands negotiation, feelings, relationships and a knowledge base.

Letting people express themselves in their own time and in their own ways

Sending children to prison solves nothing.

For individuals and the Government the recession offers the chance to change for the better.

The importance of motivation and the pitfalls of managerialist priorities

What do we want for our children? Fundamental questions are being asked.

Considering social issues such as poverty in devising health strategies

Fundamental ideas are sometimes unspoken, but they channel our thinking.

Healing processes can help people to adjust.

Social exclusion and poverty v. education and achievement

The dangers of ignoring complexities if we are to meet children’s needs

Inquiring seriously into the causes of crime will do more than trying to confiscate knives.

Making the abuser accountable while working with the whole family

Healthy involved communities are needed, to reduce crime.