Adoption and Foster Care (Wales) Regulations 2018

The Adoption and Foster Care (Wales) Regulations 2018 set out the legal framework for safeguarding and supporting children in Wales who are placed for adoption or foster care. They establish standards for the recruitment, assessment, approval, and ongoing monitoring of foster carers and adoptive parents. The regulations ensure that children’s welfare is the primary concern, promote proper training and support for carers, and define procedures for review and oversight. Overall, they aim to ensure safe, stable, and well-managed care arrangements for vulnerable children in Wales.