In the 1989 Act, after section 24C insert—
(1)Every local authority shall establish a procedure for considering representations (including complaints) made to them by—
(a)a relevant child for the purposes of section 23A or a young person falling within section 23C;
(b)a person qualifying for advice and assistance; or
(c)a person falling within section 24B(2),
about the discharge of their functions under this Part in relation to him.
(2)In considering representations under subsection (1), a local authority shall comply with regulations (if any) made by the Secretary of State for the purposes of this subsection.”.
Commencement Information
I1S. 5 wholly in force at 1.10.2001; s. 5 not in force at Royal Assent see s. 8(2); s. 5 in force for W. at 1.10.2001 by S.I. 2001/2191, art. 2; s. 5 in force for E. at 1.10.2001 by S.I. 2001/2878, art. 2