We are seeking your views on proposed changes to two separate codes of practice: the Part 6 Code of Practice for looked after and accommodated children, and the Code of Practice on Special Guardianship Orders.
Consultation description
This consultation seeks views on proposed new wording for the Part 6 Code of Practice under the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Code of Practice on Special Guardianship Orders. The changes strengthen expectations across corporate parenting, adoption, fostering and kinship care to improve clarity, consistency and support for children and families in Wales.
Consultation documents
Part 6 Code of Practice (Looked After and Accommodated Children): As amended , file type: PDF, file size: 1 MB
Part 6 Code of Practice (Looked After and Accommodated Children): As amended with tracked changes , file type: PDF, file size: 1 MB
Special Guardianship Orders: As amended , file type: PDF, file size: 929 KB
Special Guardianship Orders: As amended with tracked changes , file type: PDF, file size: 992 KB
Additional information
Note: Anonymisation of responses
The downloadable response form issued as part of this consultation reflects an earlier version of Welsh Government's wording on the anonymisation of responses. Our procedures have since been updated so that consultation responses are treated as anonymous by default. Any personal data is now removed prior to publication, unless respondents explicitly request otherwise.
This updated approach will be applied to all responses received for this consultation, regardless of the method of submission.
Help and support
Large print, Braille and alternative language versions of this document are available on request.
How to respond
Submit your comments by 7 April 2026, in any of the following ways:
Online form
Post
Download the response form.
Complete and return to:
Improving Outcomes for Children
Social Services and Chief Social Care Officer
Health, Social Care and Early Years
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff CF10 3NQ