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We also need to ensure that alcohol and drug partnerships are working to the best of their ability. There are 41 measures in the alcohol framework, aspects of which can be looked at to make sure that we are working to the best level possible.
In our experience, the contract is often awarded to the organisation that writes the best tender and not necessarily the organisation that provides the best service.
The more the wording is opened up, the more it will bring in people who should not be brought in. Where do you draw the line? The best approach would be for the explanatory notes to clarify application of the regulations in those circumstances.
In the context of domestic abuse, in particular, it is important to talk to victims not only because it is the right thing to do but because, empirically, they are the best predictor of further harm by the perpetrator.
On that note, I will unfortunately have to end proceedings. Despite our best efforts, we have run over, and my colleagues and I will now discuss the best way of taking evidence from those from whom we have not already heard.