The children act 2004

Question 1

what are the first two key features of the children act?

Answer 1

1. Established role of children commissioner for England to advocate for their interests.
   2 cooperation between agencies must be promoted by local authorities to improve children wellbeing.

Question 2

what are the 3rd and 4th key features of the children act?

Answer 2

3. safeguarding arrangements must promote children’s welfare.
4. Information should be shared between agencies.

Question 3

what is the final key feature of the children act?

Answer 3

5. Local authority has a duty to promote the educational achievement of looked after children.

Question 4

How does the children act support an individuals rights?

Answer 4

The introduction of the role of a children’s commissioner.