This consultation ended 27 October 2025.
Reviewing responses
The responses to this consultation are currently being reviewed. Details of the outcome will be published here in due course.
Original consultation
We are seeking your views on changes to the part 6 code of practice on looked after and accommodated children. This includes proposals for a new corporate parenting chapter within the code.
Consultation description
This consultation seeks views on the proposed changes to the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 part 6 code of practice (looked after and accommodated children).
Changes include:
- a dedicated corporate parenting chapter to explain the role of local authorities as corporate parents
- strengthening the voice of the child within care and support planning and placements
- recommendations from care experienced children on undertaking placement moves and review meetings
- updating terminology and legislation since the last update of the code in April 2018
A full review of the code of practice will take place early in the next Senedd term (after May 2026).
Consultation documents
Help and support
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