You work within a social housing framework and most frequently work alongside service users who are seeking more permanent accommodation due to issues pertaining to domestic and family violence, substance abuse or mental illness or a combination of all factors.

You have been working with a 24 year old man with a history of alleged child related, violent, sexual offences; mental illness and substance abuse issues. He has been on a wait list for a substantial amount of time for housing and has finally been offered a property for rent. You have been requested to view the property with him to ensure that it meets his needs and that it would be an appropriate residence.

On viewing the address, you notice that a close friend of yours, with 4 small children (under 10 years of age) lives within a block of this house. You are immediately concerned for the wellbeing of your friends children. You have knowledge of this man's previous and current allegations regarding child sex offences. At this point, there are no Orders in place which prohibit or restrict where he lives and the allegations against him have not yet been heard by the court.

What are the key ethical issues presented in the scenario (approximately 100-200 words,What legal considerations exist for workers within this scenario (approximately 100-200 words),