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CHILDREN, YOUNG PERSONS AND THEIR FAMILIES ACT 1997 - SECT 10D Treating child with respect

CHILDREN, YOUNG PERSONS AND THEIR FAMILIES ACT 1997 - SECT 10D

Treating child with respect

(1)  A child is a valued member of society and is entitled to be treated in a manner that respects the child's dignity and privacy.
(2)  All children are entitled to have their rights respected and ensured without discrimination.
(3)  Any decision under this Act relating to a child should be made –
(a) promptly having regard to the child's circumstances; and
(b) in a manner that is consistent with the cultural, ethnic and religious values and traditions relevant to the child; and
(c) with, as far as practicable, the informed participation of the child, the child's family and other persons who are significant in the child's life.