Children Act 1989: Primary legislation governing parental responsibility, definition of guardianship, and the fundamental 'best interests of the child' principle
Children and Families Act 2014: Modern legislative updates concerning child welfare provisions and additional safeguarding requirements for children
Mental Capacity Act 2005: Legislation relevant when guardianship relates to adults with reduced mental capacity
Parental Responsibility Agreements Regulations 1991: Secondary legislation detailing the framework for establishing and documenting parental responsibility agreements
Special Guardianship Regulations 2005: Secondary legislation providing detailed requirements for special guardianship arrangements
Parental Responsibility: Legal principle defining the rights, duties, and authority that guardians can exercise in relation to a child
Guardianship Duration: Legal consideration of temporary versus permanent guardianship arrangements and their distinct requirements
Guardian Authority Scope: Definition and limitations of guardian's powers and responsibilities
Revocation Provisions: Legal requirements and procedures for ending or modifying guardianship arrangements
Safeguarding Requirements: Child protection measures and safety considerations that must be incorporated into guardianship arrangements
Medical Consent Authority: Provisions regarding guardian's ability to make medical decisions on behalf of the ward
Educational Authority: Guardian's rights and responsibilities regarding educational decisions
Travel Permissions: Requirements and limitations for guardian's authority to approve travel arrangements
Data Protection Compliance: GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 requirements for handling personal information in guardianship arrangements
