That is a similar point to one raised earlier about what we would do if a local authority did not put the interests of a child first. If it did not do so, it would be in breach of a statutory duty, and the Secretary of State has direction powers to compel an authority in that respect, which would be enforceable by the courts.
Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Sarah McCarthy-Fry
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 5 May 2009.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill.
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