Council for Disabled Children director Dame Christine Lenehan considers five positives and negatives of the Act's implementation so far, and sets a vision for the next five years.
THE SUCCESSES
1. Co-production
No piece of law and no set of reforms has put working together with children and families so firmly at its heart. It has also strengthened the voices of young people.
2. More time for education
The Act enables young people to have the additional time they need to complete their formal education, up to the age of 25.
3. Better understanding
The development of the role of designated medical/clinical officers is giving "health" a seat at the table, and making it possible for the needs of children to be better understood.
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