Adult Support and Protection (ASP)
The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 is designed to protect those adults who are unable to safeguard their own interests and are at risk of harm because they are affected by:
If you are unsure whether an incident should be treated as an adult protection matter, please phone / email the adult protection unit to discuss the matter at any time.
- disability
- mental disorder
- illness
- physical or mental infirmity
If you are unsure whether an incident should be treated as an adult protection matter, please phone / email the adult protection unit to discuss the matter at any time.