This consultation document invites comments on policy proposals for secondary legislation required to implement the vetting and barring functions introduced through the Act.
Closing date: 12 February
Draft Guidance to Local Authorities and Registered Social Landlords on the Use of Parenting Orders and Parenting Contracts
Views are sought on the draft guidance on the use of parenting orders and contracts by local authorities and registered social landlords in respect of antisocial behaviour.
Closing date: 15 February
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Independent Safeguarding Authority Scheme Consultation
This scheme introduces a stringent vetting service to protect children from those posing a risk of harm. Views are sought on various policy issues.
Closing date: 20 February
Childcare Act 2006: Future Approach to Fees and Subsidies
Comments are sought on the proposed structure and level of fees payable to Ofsted by childcare providers joining the Early Years Register or compulsory part of the Ofsted Childcare Register from September 2008 as well as proposals for changes to the subsidy arrangements.
Closing date: 20 February
The Looked-After Children (Scotland) Regulations: Consultation on Draft Regulations
This consultation is inviting views on a draft set of regulations, which revise and update those concerning fostering and looked-after children. Regulations are currently contained in the Arrangements to Look After Children (Scotland) Regulations 1996; the Fostering of Children (Scotland) Regulations 1996 and the Residential Establishments - Child Care (Scotland) Regulations 1996.
Closing date: 14 March
To download any of these consultations and others taking place across the UK, go to www.cypnow.co.uk/Resources/Policy.
