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The disabled children’s social care framework is complex and difficult to navigate.
Conclusion
The disabled children’s social care framework is complex and difficult to navigate. In line with the Law Commission’s recommendations, we agree that there should be a single, comprehensive piece of statutory guidance on disabled children’s social care law, clearly setting out rights and responsibilities of disabled children, families, and local authorities. This guidance should be produced in consultation with local authorities, disabled children, their families and their carers, as well as sector organisations and experts in the field. (Conclusion, Paragraph 47)
Source
Committee
Human Rights (Joint Committee)
Report
2nd Report - Human Rights of Children in the Social Care System in England
27 Aug 2026
HC 161
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
Timeline
Report published
27 Aug 2026