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Without investment abuse of the elderly will continue to remain widespread
February 12, 2003 12:00 AM
Commenting on the CDNA report that found that abuse of the elderly is widespread, Paul Burstow MP, Liberal Democrat Spokesman on Older People said:-
"Will it really take a Victoria Climbie death of an older person before there is action taken to stem the tide of abuse that faces most vulnerable elderly in our society?"
"The Protection of Vulnerable Adults list was launched with much fanfare. However, through the incompetence of the Criminal Records Bureau and the complacency of Ministers all of what was promised has been ditched."
"Without significant investment for the inspection of care homes, adult protection guidance will remain under-resourced, under-performing and under pressure."
ENDS
Paul Burstow MP has campaigtned on the issue of elder abuse for 4 years. In December 2001 he published a report on abuse in care home settings finding that many older people were victims of the so-called 'chemical cosh'.
Mr Burstow was the main speaker at the Annual Action of Elder Abuse Conference in March 2002.
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