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21.—(1) Where an application for a Convention adoption order is refused by the court or is withdrawn, the relevant HSS trust must decide on a plan for the child’s permanent care.
(2) Before coming to any decision under paragraph (1), the relevant HSS trust must have regard to the wishes and feelings of the child, having regard to his age and understanding and, where appropriate, obtain his consent in relation to measures to be taken.
(3) If the court so orders, the prospective adopter must surrender the child to the relevant HSS trust within the period determined by the court for the purpose.
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