The children Act 1989

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The paramount principle for this act is that the welfare of the child is considered paramount.

Some key principles are;

The parents still have legal right to the children

The child should have an input in decisions that may effect their future.

The child should be kept informed about what us happening

Advantages

less children are falling through the net due to this legislation as the child in danger should be kept safe by interventions.

the legislation is designed to promote safety and security for the child while putting the child welfare paramount.

Disadvantages

some social services become more accountable and can get things wrong at time, this was shown in the case of baby P.

the best place for a child is to be raised by family, this act can take the child away from their family which is not always beneficial for the child.