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Proceeding contribution from Lord Rix (Crossbench) in the House of Lords on Thursday, 17 January 2008. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee proceeding on Children and Young Persons Bill [HL].


Children and Young Persons Bill [HL]

I support all the amendments in this group. My noble friend Lord Listowel mentioned disabled children. I particularly mention learning-disabled children, because they often have a great deal of difficulty communicating and find it hard to express their wishes and preferences. In my opinion—and, I am sure, that of many Members of the Committee—independent advocacy is crucial to ensure that the child’s views are taken into account.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
697 c580GC 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
Subjects
Children Data protection Children in care Advocacy Foster care Parents Tribunals Special educational needs Young people Care leavers
Legislation
Children and Young Persons Bill (HL) 2007-08
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk