Later this month the Deputy Minister for Health and Social Services in Wales intends to suspend Section 15 and Part 2 of Schedule 12 of the Coronavirus Act 2020. These sections modified the duties of local authorities in Wales as set out in the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014. Concerns were raised about the potential impact of the provisions on individuals with care and support needs.
Written Statement: The Coronavirus Act 2020 (Suspension: Local Authority Care and Support) (Wales) Regulations 2021 (19 February 2021) | GOV.WALES
Announcement posted on: 05 March 2021
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