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Simple terms explainer:
Councils must work together with the police, health services, and other agencies to manage and reduce the risk posed by serious offenders living in the community. This joint approach, Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA), helps protect the public by sharing information and coordinating support and supervision for high-risk individuals.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Criminal justice
Community planning
Duty type
Organisational
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
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Bodies with shared interest
Standards and frameworks
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