UKBA : "Statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children" - 03/11/09
Posted by Emma Ginn
"Statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children Legislation Section 55 of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009 came into force on 2 November 2009.
It requires the UK Border Agency to make arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of children in discharging its immigration, nationality and general customs functions.
This statutory guidance has been issued jointly by the Home Office and the Department for Children, Schools and Families under section 55 (3) and 55 (5) of the Act to accompany this duty.
Last Updated: 03 November 2009"
Download the guidance from the UKBA website
Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 November 2009 14:43