Andy is an applied social scientist who has been engaged in health services research since 1972. His main interests include: the organization, delivery and evaluation of health and welfare services the analysis and management of risk in health and welfare agencies the development of services for vulnerable individuals, especially older people and people with learning disabilities.Current Research ProjectsAndy is an experienced researcher and research manager. He is Director of the NHS-funded Research and Development Support Unit which provides support for research capacity development in Kent