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The paper presents findings from a study into the information experiences of people needing to make post-separation parenting arrangements. Data was collected from 20 participants, through in-depth, semi-structured, telephone interviews. Thematic analysis identified five major themes: Following, Immersion, Interpersonal, History and Context which depict the information experiences of the participants. The findings can be used as an evidence base to inform the design and delivery of support and services provided by government agencies and other community groups supporting the legal information needs of individuals and families. The work extends current understandings of information experience as an object of study in the information science discipline.

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IntroductionThis Outline explores how newly qualified social workers can be supported in their first year, with a focus on effective supervision and preparation for child protection practice. About the evidence presented belowWe searched for academic research and grey literature using a wide range of concepts covering: newly qualified social workers, social work education, social work skills, and supervision. We concentrated on academic research in the field of social work in relevant databases (e.g. ASSIA ), as well as the Iriss National Social Services Search and SCIE Social Care Online .Our search revealed recent interest in both the experiences of newly qualified social workers and the role of social work supervision. We selected key examples primarily from Europe and Oceania, however research in these area is ongoing. Of particularly relevance is the five year longitudinal study of NQSWs in Scotland currently being conducted by Glasgow CaledonianUniversity and the University of Dundee. The Scottish Social Services Council is also piloting a supported and assessed year for NQSWs. The forthcoming evaluation of this pilot will provide invaluable insight into this topic.

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