25. In regulation 26 of the Fostering Regulations, insert after paragraph (1) —
“(1A) In considering what recommendation to make under paragraph (1), the fostering panel —
(a)must consider and take into account all of the information passed to it in accordance with regulation 27, 28 or 29 as the case may be;
(b)may request the fostering service provider to obtain any other relevant information which the fostering panel considers necessary or to provide such other assistance as the fostering panel may request; and
(c)may obtain such legal advice or medical advice it considers necessary in relation to the case.
(1B) The fostering service provider must obtain such information as the fostering panel considers necessary and send that information to the panel, and provide such other assistance as the fostering panel may request, so far as is reasonably practicable.”.