Statute law

• Children Act 1989 - these sections and this schedule set out local authority duties about the provision of services for children in need and their families. 

• Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons Act 1970 - this section sets out most of the social care provision available to children. 

• The Care Act 2014 - this sets out social care law which applies to adults. 

Key regulations

• Breaks for Carers of Disabled Children Regulations 2011 

Regulations under the Care Act 2014 (which relate to adult social care):  

• The Care and Support (Eligibility Criteria) Regulations 2015 

• The Care and Support (Assessment) Regulations 2014 

You can see what changes have been made since this came into force on the government website. 

Statutory guidance

• Working together to safeguard children 

• Care and support statutory guidance (for adults)  

You can find more information on our pages about social care.