The first anthology to deal exclusively with fostering and adoption issues in Scotland, this book draws together seminal papers from Adoption & Fostering journal over the last 20 years, all by leading practitioners and researchers in the field. Addressing the ways in which adoption and fostering policy and practices has changed radically over the last two decades, this is essential reading for managers, practitioners, students, academics and all those with an interest in the development of Scottish adoption and foster care.