Make provision about the assessment and delivery of short breaks and respite care for carers of disabled children; to amend the law relating to disabled children and their carers; to place duties on local authorities and the National Health Service in respect of disabled children and their carers; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
2 November 2007
This bill would establish how disabled children and their carers are assessed for short breaks and respite care, and require delivery of those breaks. It also seeks to amend the law relating to disabled children and their carers to strengthen protections and support. It places duties on local authorities and the NHS to provide and coordinate this support.
The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move on to committee stage for detailed examination.
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