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Institutional abuse
Plain English definition
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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster
Harm that is caused to people by poor care or support provided by an organisation, caused not just by the actions of individuals but by the way the organisation works (such as their routines or structures). It can happen in care homes, hospitals, schools and other places.
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