HC Deb 30 January 1979 vol 961 c361W
11. Mr. Willey

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will make a statement on the implementation of the Children Act 1975.

Mr. Ennals

A number of important provisions came into force in 1976 but since then shortage of funds has held up further implementation. I am determined to ensure the full implementation of the Act when circumstances permit and to make progress during the International Year of the Child. I am reexamining the cost and timing of implementing the remaining provisions with the local authority associations.

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