Part 8Inspections

Chapter 5Inspection of CAFCASS functions

143Inspection of CAFCASS functions

(1)

The Chief Inspector must inspect the performance of CAFCASS functions.

(2)

On completing an inspection under this section, the Chief Inspector must make a written report on it.

(3)

The Chief Inspector must send copies of the report to—

(a)

the Secretary of State, and

(b)

CAFCASS.

(4)

The Chief Inspector must arrange for the report to be published in such manner as he considers appropriate.

(5)

In this Chapter—

(a)

CAFCASS” means the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service, and

(b)

CAFCASS functions” means the functions of CAFCASS and its officers.