Gary SpolanderTrish Hafford-Letchfield is the director of programmes for social work at Middlesex University, UK. She has extensive experience in the management of adult social care and provision of leadership development in both organisational and academic settins. Sharon Lambley is a lecturer at University of Sussex, UK, where she leads continuing professional development. She is an active researcher and consultant, and her publications reflect an interest in critical perspectives on management in social work. Gary Spolander is a principal lecturer at Coventry University, UK. He has led a number of research projects in relation to critical perspectives on international social work, management, workforce development and public health Christine Cocker is principal lecturer in social work at Middlesex University, experienced social work and manager in children's service and trustee for BAAF. She is widely published in these areas, with specific interest in lesbian and gay fostering and adoption Read More Read Less