Introduction
Background and Policy Objectives
The New Provisions
Consultation
Options Considered
Outline of the Existing Law
Overview
Commentary on Sections
Section 1 – Further duties of authorities towards children whom they are looking after
Article 34A – Preparation for ceasing to be looked after
Section 2 – Additional functions of authorities in respect of certain children
Article 34B – The responsible authority and relevant children
Article 34C – Additional functions of the responsible authority in respect of relevant children
Article 34D – Continuing functions in respect of former relevant children
Section 3 – Personal advisers and pathway plans
Article 34E – Personal advisers
Article 34F – Pathway plans
Section 4 – Advice and assistance for certain children and young persons aged 16 or over
Article 35 – Persons qualifying for advice and assistance
Article 35A – Advice and assistance
Article 35B – Employment, education and training
Article 35C - Information
Section 5 – Representations
Article 35D – Representations: Articles 34B to 35B
Section 6 – Exclusion from benefits
Section 7 – Minor and consequential amendments and repeals
Section 8 - Interpretation
Section 9 - Short title and commencement
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