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This duty is currently under review and has not yet been formally signed off by the relevant professional association. The information provided is for reference only and should not be treated as final or authoritative guidance. Please verify any decisions against approved sources or seek professional advice. Updates will be published once sign-off is complete.
Simple terms explainer
Councils must help children in their care stay connected with important people in their lives. This includes parents, brothers and sisters, and others they have close relationships with. The council must take practical steps to support these relationships, as long as it’s safe and in the child’s best interests.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Children and family services
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
1
National bodies with shared interest
Social Work Scotland
Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
Care Inspectorate
Standards and Frameworks
2