Children and Social Work Act 2017

37Over-arching objectiveE+W

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(1)The over-arching objective of the regulator in exercising its functions is the protection of the public.

(2)The pursuit by the regulator of its over-arching objective involves the pursuit of the following objectives—

(a)to protect, promote and maintain the health, safety and well-being of the public;

(b)to promote and maintain public confidence in social workers in England;

(c)to promote and maintain proper professional standards for social workers in England.

Commencement Information

I1S. 37 in force at 2.12.2019 by S.I. 2019/1436, reg. 2(a)