2. The legal framework

Everyone who works with children, young people and adults at risk needs to be aware of the government legislation and guidance that aims to protect these vulnerable groups. Details of the following acts are included in Appendix A:

• The Children Act 1989
• The Protection of Children Act 1999
• The Children Act 2004 – Section 11 Statutory Guidance
• The Care Act 2014 – Protecting Adults from Abuse or Neglect
• The Mental Capacity Act 2005
• The Children and Social Care Work Act 2017

2.1. Other documentation

The council will also ensure that its policy and procedures follow the guidance given in relevant Government and Safeguarding Partnership documents