Simon Garlick Published: 14th July 2011 This paper considers the lawfulness and functionality of Resource Allocation Systems (RAS) in the assessment process has been the subject of recent case law. It aims to look at those challenges and the ways in which RASs are used or misused. This paper provides updates on: the impact of Personalisation on Community Care assessment and provision; the reform of Adult Social Care law; the provision of NHS Continuing Healthcare to individuals living in the community. PLP_2011_Garlick_Resource_Allocation_Systems