The Fostering Regulations

Fostering Regulations are guidelines that ensure children placed in foster care are safe, well-cared-for, and their needs are met. These rules cover how foster carers are trained, assessed, and supported, as well as how foster placements are supervised and reviewed. They promote consistent standards across fostering services, emphasize the child's best interests, and ensure proper safeguarding. Overall, these regulations aim to create a secure, nurturing environment for children while maintaining accountability and high-quality care within fostering arrangements.