The Children Act 1989 (UK)

The Children Act 1989 is a key piece of UK legislation that focuses on the welfare of children. It establishes that the child's best interests are the most important consideration in decisions about their care, custody, and upbringing. The Act empowers local authorities to intervene when a child is at risk of harm and sets out the responsibilities of parents and guardians. It emphasizes the importance of working with families to support and protect children and promotes the idea that children should have a say in matters affecting them, particularly as they grow older.