Public act became law on Thursday, 16 November 1989 when the Children Bill (HL). Commons amendments received Royal Assent.

Children Act 1989

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Type: Public act
Reference: CAP 41 1989
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Subjects: Children in care Care proceedings Care homes Childcare Adoption Abuse Foster care Parents Matrimonial proceedings Voluntary organisations Supervision orders Secure accommodation Emergency protection orders
Legislation: Children Act 1989; Children Bill (HL) 1988/89
Library location: Commons Library: Research HA 346.42017,P
Link: View this Public act on www.legislation.gov.uk

Children Act 1989

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