Statutory guidance
National standards for the provision of children’s and young people’s advocacy services
National Standards on providing advocacy services for children and young people.
Applies to England
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These National Standards are for:
- providers of advocacy services
- organisations and charities representing children and young people
- local authorities
The ten national standards described are for all providers of advocacy services and children’s services staff. The standards are statutory and should be read alongside the statutory guidance on Effective advocacy for looked-after children, children in need and care leavers.