Law or policy

Children Act 1989

2 stories · discussed at 4 council meetings · 5 councils

A piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that governs the duties of local authorities to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

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  1. Hackney Council Overhauls Children's Social Care with 'Families First Partnership' Programme Hackney Council has implemented a significant overhaul of its children's social care services, aiming to prioritise early intervention and improve support for families. The... Hackney 11 September 2026
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