Sibling Groups and Social Work: A Study of Children Referred for Permanent Substitute Family Placement

One important issue when sibling groups enter care is whether they would be better placed together or separated. This book raises the questions about present practice and the beliefs and knowledge which underline it. In what circumstances should siblings be split or kept together? What is better? The book looks at the outcome for sibling groups referred for permanent substitute placement, attempts to establish what is taking place in sibling placement and what lessons might be learnt about policies and practices.