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Children and young persons bill

Monday, 21, Jul 2008 12:00

"My government wants all children to have the best possible start in life. There will be a bill to improve services for vulnerable children and young people, including those in care."

This bill will provide a regulatory framework to guarantee support for children in the care system.

First reading (Lords): November 14th 2007

Second reading (Lords): November 26th 2007

Committee stage (Lords): January 8th, 14th, 16th, 17th and 18th 2008

Report stage (Lords): March 17th 2008

Third reading (Lords): March 25th 2008

First reading (Commons): March 26th 2008

Second reading (Commons): June 16th 2008

Committee stage (Commons): June 24th and 26th, July 1st and 3rd 2008

Report stage (Commons): October 8th 2008

Third reading (Commons): October 8th 2008

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