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Children and Education (Amendment) (Jersey) Law 2020 (L-03-2020) -

Adoption: 2019-12-10 | Date of entry into force: 2020-04-24 | GBR-2019-L-109885

The Act amends the Children (Jersey) Law 2002 and the Education (Jersey) Law 1999 abolishing the defence of reasonable corporal punishment of a child under customary law.

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Commissioner for Children and Young People (Jersey) Law 2019 (L-08-2019). -

Adoption: 2019-07-26 | GBR-2019-L-109886

A LAW to provide for the establishment and functions of an office of the Commissioner for Children and Young People; and for connected purposes.

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Children Act 1989 (Amendment) (Female Genital Mutilation) Act 2019 (2019 c. 10). -

Adoption: 2019-03-15 | GBR-2019-L-109711

The Act amends section 8(4) of the Children Act 1989 (“the 1989 Act”) to add proceedings for Female Genital Mutilation Protection Orders (“FGMPOs”) in England and Wales, under Section 5A of, and Schedule 2 to, the Female Genital Mutilation Act 2003, to the list of proceedings which are “family proceedings” for the purpose of the 1989 Act.

The effect of the amendment proposed by the Act would be to allow an applicant for an FGMPO to also apply for a care or supervision order (or other such appropriate order under the 1989 Act) as part of the same proceedings, rather than having to make separate applications for such orders as at present. It will also mean that when a court is dealing with a FGMPO, it will also have powers available under the Children Act 1989 to make other orders regarding the welfare of the child. This will increase the ability of the court to protect children at risk.

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Children (Amendment) Ordinance 2017 (No. 17 of 2017). -

Adoption: 2017-10-17 | GBR-2017-L-109571

To amend the Children Ordinance 2014 to provide for the making of special guardianship orders by the court and to confer power on the Director of Health and Social Services to give general guidance in the exercise of functions arising out of support to be given by the Crown to children and families.

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Children and Social Work Act 2017 (c. 16). -

Adoption: 2017-04-27 | GBR-2017-L-104514

An Act to make provision about looked after children; to make other provision in relation to the welfare of children; and to make provision about the regulation of social workers.

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Welfare of Children (Official Foster Care) Regulations, 2017 (L.N. 1 of 2017). -

Adoption: 2017 | GBR-2017-R-104806

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Children (Care and Adoption) Act 2016 (No. 11 of 2016). -

Adoption: 2016-11-04 | GBR-2016-L-104817

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Welfare of Children (Adoption) Regulations, 2015 (L.N. 24 of 2015). -

Adoption: 2015-10-07 | GBR-2015-R-104805

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Children Ordinance 2014 (Ordinance No. 7 of 2014). -

Adoption: 2014-10-31 | GBR-2014-L-109573

The Ordinance repeals and replaces the Children Ordinance 1994 (No 28 of 1994). It regulates the welfare, care and supervision of children and young persons as well as setting out provisions concerning protection and safeguarding. Sections 38-43 relate to employment in so far as advice and financial support from the crown for employment, training and education.

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Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014 (asp 8). -

Adoption: 2014-03-27 | GBR-2014-L-98053

An Act of the Scottish Parliament to make provision about the rights of children and young people; to make provision about investigations by the Commissioner for Children and Young People in Scotland; to make provision for and about the provision of services and support for or in relation to children and young people; to make provision for an adoption register; to make provision about children's hearings, detention in secure accommodation and consultation on certain proposals in relation to schools; and for connected purposes.

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Children and Families Act 2014 (c.6). -

Adoption: 2014-03-13 | GBR-2014-L-98054

An Act to make provision about children, families, and people with special educational needs or disabilities; to make provision about the right to request flexible working; and for connected purposes.

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Child Victims of Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Regulations 2013 (2013/188). -

Adoption: 2013-12-18 | GBR-2013-R-96626

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Ascension Island Safeguarding Children's Board Regulations, 2013.

Adoption: 2013-02-20 | GBR-2013-R-95805

Makes provision for the constitution of the Ascension Island Safeguarding Children's Board and sets out its functions.

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Child Welfare (Amendment) Ordinance, 2012 (No. 6 of 2012).

Adoption: 2012-11-21 | GBR-2012-L-95806

This Ordinance makes two amendments to the Child Welfare Ordinance. The first provides that certain functions pertaining to child welfare be performed by a person qualified to perform such services in the United Kingdom, an Overseas Territory or a Commonwealth Country. The second introduces the ability of step-parents to obtain parental responsibility either by agreement with the biological parents of the child (parental responsibility agreement) or by Court Order.

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Child Welfare Ordinance, 2011 (No. 11 of 2011).

Adoption: 2011-10-04 | GBR-2011-L-92726

This Ordinance was enacted by the Governor of Ascension and is applicable to the Ascension Islands. It introduces provisions on the rights and welfare of children which are in line with the principles contained in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Welfare and Rights of the Child
Part III - Parental Responsibility and Guardianship
Part IV - Orders with respect to Children
Part V - Ascension Island Safeguarding Children's Board
Part VI - Protection of Children
Part VII - Proceedings Involving Children and Young Persons
Part VIII - Offences against Children and Young Persons
Part IX - Miscellaneous and Supplemental

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Children (Regulation of Employment) (Jersey) Order 2011 (R&O.77/2011). -

Adoption: 2011-10-01 | GBR-2011-R-93126

1. Interpretation
2. Prohibition of employment of children under 13 years of age
3. Permitted hours of employment
4. Restriction of number of hours of employment in a day and week
5. Restriction of days of employment in a week
6. Rest periods and breaks
7. Prohibited work
8. Duty to child who works without pay
9. Employment authorized by other enactment
10 .Citation

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Welfare of Children (Amendment) Ordinance, 2011 (No. 12 of 2011).

Adoption: 2011-08-02 | Date of entry into force: 2011-09-01 | GBR-2011-L-92715

Amends section 3 of the 2008 Ordinance by repealing the word "Act" and replacing it with the word "Ordinance". Adds a new Division 2A in Part III concerning Special Guardianship Orders. The purpose of the Ordinance is to review the provisions relating to private fostering as well as extending the prohibition with respect to the identification of a child in any publication relating to court proceedings to Ascension.

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Children and Young Persons (Amendment) Act 2011 (c.4). -

Adoption: 2011-06-21 | GBR-2011-L-91396

Section
1. Short title
2. Commencement
3. Children and Young Persons Act 2001 amended
4. Insertion of sections 17A to 17F: provisions about special guardianship
5. Consequential and minor amendments to Children and Young Persons Act 2001
6. Consequential amendment to Child Custody Act 1987

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Children, Schools and Families Act 2010 (c. 26). -

Adoption: 2010-04-08 | GBR-2010-L-88232

An Act to make provision about children with disabilities or special educational needs, school and other education, and governing bodies' powers; to make provision amending the Education Acts; to make provision about Local Safeguarding Children Boards; and to make provision about publication of information relating to family proceedings.

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Child Poverty Act 2010 (c. 9). -

Adoption: 2010-03-25 | GBR-2010-L-88239

An Act to set targets relating to the eradication of child poverty, and to make other provision about child poverty.

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Welfare of Children Regulations, 2010 (L.N. No. 5 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-02-26 | GBR-2010-R-85235

The Regulations implement the Welfare of Children Ordinance, 2008 which came into force 1 March 2010.
Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Safeguarding Children's Board
Part III - Parental Responsibility
Part IV - Private Fostering
Part IV - Official Fostering and Placing of Children in Children's Home
Part V - Registration of Children's Homes
Part VI - Child-minding and Day Care
Part VII - Provision Relating to Accommodation
Part VIII - Assistance for Disabled Children
Part IX - Appeals

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Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009 (c. 22). -

Adoption: 2009-11-12 | GBR-2009-L-83075

An Act to make provision about apprenticeships, education, training and children's services; to amend the Employment Rights Act 1996; to establish the Young People's Learning Agency for England, the office of Chief Executive of Skills Funding, the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation and the School Support Staff Negotiating Body and to make provision about those bodies and that office; to make provision about the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority; to make provision about schools and institutions within the further education sector; to make provision about student loans; and for connected purposes.

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Children Act, 2009 (Act. No. 2009-24). -

Adoption: 2009-07-06 | Date of entry into force: 2010-01-14 | Date of gradual entry into force: 2011-11-11 | GBR-2009-L-92741

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Jurisdiction of courts and pre-hearing procedure
Part III - Parental Rights and Responsibilities
Part IV - Guardianship
Part V - Orders with respect to children in family proceedings
Part VI - Contact with Children
Part VII - Financial provisions for children
Part VIII - Protection of children
Part VIIIA - Protection of children; 1996 Hague Convention
Part IX - Emergency Protection of children
Part X - Services for children in need
Part XI - Enforcement,other procedure, etc.
Part XII - List of individuals unsuitable to work with children
Part XIII - Miscellaneous provisions

Repeals the Minors Act and the Fostering Act, 2002.

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The Children and Young Persons Act 2008 (Commencement No. 1 and Saving Provision) Order 2009 (S.I. 2009/268). -

Adoption: 2009-02-11 | GBR-2009-R-81126

Sets out days that certain provisions of the Act are to come into force.

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Children and Young Persons Act 2008 c.23. -

Adoption: 2008-11-13 | GBR-2008-L-81125

An Act to make provision about the delivery of local authority social work services for children and young persons; to amend Parts 2 and 3 of the Children Act 1989; to make further provision about the functions of local authorities and others in relation to children and young persons; to make provision about the enforcement of care standards in relation to certain establishments or agencies connected with children; to make provision about the independent review of determinations relating to adoption; and for connected purposes.

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Welfare of Children Ordinance, 2008 (No. 14 of 2008). -

Adoption: 2008-11 | Date of entry into force: 2010-03-01 | GBR-2008-L-86350

The purpose of this Ordinance is to modernise and update the law relating to the welfare and rights of children to bring it in line with the principles contained in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

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Children (Guernsey and Alderney) Law, 2008. -

Adoption: 2008-10-28 | GBR-2008-L-109933

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Child Maintenance Act (Northern Ireland) 2008 (2008 c. 10). -

Adoption: 2008-07-02 | GBR-2008-L-101616

An Act to amend the law relating to child support; and for connected purposes.

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Children and Young Persons (Tobacco) Ordinance 2007 (No. 8 of 2007). -

Adoption: 2007-08-10 | GBR-2007-L-109572

AN ORDINANCE To make new provision in relation to the possession of tobacco by children and young persons and the sale or supply of
tobacco to children and young persons and for connected purposes.

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Minimum Wage (Young Workers etc.) Regulations 2006 (S.D. No. 445/06).

Adoption: 2006-06-21 | Date of entry into force: 2006-10-01 | GBR-2006-R-77150

Increase by between 3% and 7% the rates of minimum wages for workers under the age of 18 years and certain workers over the age of 18 years who are receiving accredited training. Also provides for the allowances to be made for accommodation provided by the employer.

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Children and Adoption Act 2006 (c. 20) -

Adoption: 2006-06-21 | GBR-2006-L-79603

Part 1 - Orders with respect to children in family proceedings
Part 2 - Adoptions with a foreign element
Part 3 - Miscellaneous and final
Part 1 of the Act extends only to England and Wales. Part 2 extends to England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The Act amends numerous sections of the Children Act 1989 including providing the courts with new powers to promote contact and enforce contact orders made under section 8. The Act also makes a number of provisions about inter-country adoption, including a statutory framework for the suspension of inter-country adoption from specified countries where there are concerns about practices in connection with the adoption of children.

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Employment of Children (Amendment) Ordinance 2006 (No. 3 of 2006).

Adoption: 2006-03-15 | Date of entry into force: 2006-03-30 | GBR-2006-R-73718

Amends the Employment of Children Ordinance 1966 (Title 32.1) by replacing the old section 3(1) concerning restrictions on employment of children and inserting two new subsections immediately after section 3(1) concerning exceptions with respect to children in choirs and babysitting. Minor amendments are also made to section 4.

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Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children (Amendment) Ordinance 2006 (No. 4 of 2006).

Adoption: 2006-03-15 | Date of entry into force: 2006-03-30 | GBR-2006-R-73719

Amends section 2 by omitting the definition of ship, sections 3(3), 3(7) concerning application of the Children and Young Persons Act 1933, 4(2) and 5(2). A new Section 3(4)(A) is inserted concerning worst forms of child labour. It repeals subsections 3(5) and 3(6). The Schedule to the principal Ordinance is also repealed.

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Employment of Children Regulations 2005 (S.D. 355/05). -

Adoption: 2005-07-14 | Date of entry into force: 2005-09-01 | GBR-2005-R-77142

Defines a child as any person under the age of 18 years. Provides that no child is to be employed in any work if he is under the age of 13 years and that no child under the age of 15 years may be employed in work other than light work. It lists the occupations where it is prohibited to employ children. Contains provisions on the hours of work, rest and breaks, registers of employment and offences. Repeals the Children and Young Persons (Restriction on Employment) (Modification) Act 1980, the Education (Work Experience) Act 1974 and the Employment of Children Byelaws 1980.

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Children Act 2004 (c. 31). -

Adoption: 2004-11-15 | GBR-2004-L-71756

Seeks to create clear accountability for children's services, to enable better joint working and to secure a better focus on safeguarding children.

Also makes minor amendments to or repeals the following:
Children Act 1989 (Schedule 2, paragraph 1A);
Education Act 1996 (Section 527A);
Education Act 1997 (Section 9);
School Standards and Framework Act 1998 (Sections 2, 6, 7, 26 to 26B, 27(2), 119(5)(b), 120, 121, Schedule 6 and Schedule 30, paragraph 144);
Learning and Skills Act 2000 (Schedule 7 paras. 35(2)(b) and 42(2)(a), Schedule 9, paras. 80 and 81);
Adoption and Children Act 2002 (Section 5);
Education Act 2002 (section 150(a) (2) to (4) and 150(b)(5))

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The Working Time (Amendment) Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No. 3128). -

Adoption: 2002-12-16 | Date of entry into force: 2003-04-06 | GBR-2002-R-71765

Amends the 1998 Regulations by inserting a new regulation 5A, limiting the working time of young workers to 8 hours a day and 40 hours a week and requiring employers to ensure that these limits are complied with. Also inserts a new regulation 6A, which requires employers to ensure that no young worker works during a restricted period.

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Children (Jersey) Law 2002. -

Adoption: 2002-11-20 | GBR-2002-L-68667

Deals with child welfare, parental responsibility, family proceedings, committee support for children and families, care and supervision, child protection and child employment (Part 6). Provides for restrictions on employment of children, offences in connection with employment of children and restrictions on children taking part in performances.

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Age of Majority Act 2001 (2001:20). -

Adoption: 2001-08-01 | Date of entry into force: 2001-11-01 | GBR-2001-L-92548

Sections:
1. Citation
2. Operative date
3. Age of majority
4. Application of section 3
5. Meaning of words
6. Modification of existing Acts and statutory instruments and consequential amendments
7. Consequential amendments
8. United Kingdom Acts
9. Modification of court orders and directions
10. Time of attaining particular age
11. Effect of new codicil on existing wills
12. Effect on statutory provisions incorporated in existing wills, etc which are not affected by section 5
13. Accumulation not affected
14. Perpetuities not affected
15. Right of action and defence preserved
16. Commencement

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Children and Young Persons Act 2001 (Chapter 20). -

Adoption: 2001-07-11 | GBR-2001-L-77133

Re-enacts Parts I and II of the Family Law Act 1991. Reforms the law relating to children and provides for social services for children in danger and in need. Provides for the regulation of children's homes, fostering, child minding and day care and makes new provision for human fertilisation, embryology and surrogacy.

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Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children Act (R.S.A Ch. E55). -

Adoption: 2000-12-15 | GBR-2000-L-96618

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Employment of Children (Restrictions) Act (R.S.A. C. E50). -

Adoption: 2000 | GBR-2000-L-96619

Provides that no child under the age of 12 years old be employed unless for the parent or guardian for light horticultural, agricultural or domestic work and for children under the age of 14 years, not before 6am or after 8pm on any day, for more than 2 hours on any school day or for more than 2 hours on a Sunday. Lifting or carrying anything that could cause them injury is prohibited as is employment in any occupation likely to cause them injury to life, limb, health or education.
The Act also provides that the Government can make regulations concerning further prohibitions or restrictions.

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Protection of Children Act 1999 (c.14). -

Adoption: 1999-07-15 | GBR-1999-L-79609

The Act makes four principal changes to the law with the object of both creating the framework of a coherent cross-sector system for identifying people unsuitable to work with children and achieving a "one stop shop" to compel or allow employers to access a single point for checking the names of people they propose to employ in a post involving the care of children.

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Children Act 1998 (1998:38). -

Adoption: 1998-07-17 | GBR-1998-L-92553

Part I - Introductory and Interpretation Provisions
Part II - Administration
Part IIA - Status of Children
Part III - Abuse of Children
Part IV - Care and Supervision
Part VIA - Custody, Jurisdiction and Access
Part VIB - Support Obligations
Part V - Protection of Children
Part VI - Registered Children's Homes
Part VII - Residential Homes
Part VIII - Foster Care
Part IX - Day Care
Part X - General

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Prevention of Accidents to Children in Agriculture Regulations 1998 (1998 No. 3262). -

Adoption: 1998-01-29 | GBR-1998-R-107976

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Child Abduction and Custody (Falkland Islands) Order 1996 (No. 3156 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-12-19 | Date of entry into force: 1997-03-01 | GBR-1996-R-46410

Implements the Child Abduction and Custody Act 1985 (c. 60) in the Falkland Islands.

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Child Care Ordinance (No. 3 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-03-22 | Date of entry into force: 1996-03-22 | GBR-1996-R-44789

Provisions relating to guardianship of children, custody orders, adoption, affiliation orders (whereby fathers of illegitimate children may be required to pay towards their maintenance), legitimation of children, the powers of the Child Care Officer, attachment of earnings orders, and stop orders (whereby someone may be stopped from leaving the island if they have neglected to pay child support).

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Merchant Shipping (Employment of Young Persons) Regulations 1995 (No. 972 of 1995)

Adoption: 1995-03-29 | Date of entry into force: 1995-05-01 | GBR-1995-R-40183

Prescribes the only circumstances in which children (i.e. persons under school-leaving age) may be employed in a ship, the conditions under which young persons (i.e. persons, including children, up to 18) may be employed in a ship and prohibits the employment of young persons as trimmers and stokers.

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Children (Northern Ireland) Order 1995 (NI 2). -

Adoption: 1995-03-15 | GBR-1995-R-101605

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Children Ordinance 1994 (No. 28 of 1994)

Adoption: 1994-12-12 | Date of entry into force: 1995-01-01 | GBR-1994-R-39349

Consists of 5 Parts, 49 Sections and 4 Schedules. Part I establishes general principles, Part II concerns orders with respect to children in family proceedings, Part III provides for care and supervision of children, and Part IV deals with protection of children. Schedules 1 and 2 set out rules concerning financial provision for children and supervision orders while Schedules 3 and 4 provide for repeals, amendments and modifications of existing enactments and transitory provisions.

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Child Support Act 1991 (Commencement No. 1) Order 1992 (S.I. No. 1431 (C.48) of 1992)

Adoption: 1992-06-17 | GBR-1992-R-30050

Brings into force on 17 June 1992 the provisions of the Child Support Act 1991 specified in the Schedule to the Order. Made under the Child Support Act 1991.