Legislation

The Suitability of Adopters Regulations 2005 (as amended), Statutory Instrument 2005/1712.

Introduction

These regulations are made under sections 9 and 45 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002.

These regulations, which only apply in England, specify matters to be taken into account in assessing a prospective adopter’s suitability.

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