Childcare Act 2006 Explanatory Notes

Childcare Act 2006

2006 CHAPTER 21

Commentary on Sections and Schedules

Part 3 – Regulation of Provision of Childcare in England

Chapter 3: Regulation of Later Years Provision for children under 8

Section 59: Regulations governing activities

129. This section allows the Secretary of State to make regulations governing the activities of compulsorily registered later years providers. These may cover issues such as the welfare of children, suitable persons and premises, complaints procedures and the provision of information. The regulations may provide for the Chief Inspector to take into account a failure to meet requirements imposed by the regulations. Regulations may also be made making breach of requirements imposed by the regulations an offence.