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Peer reviewedRyburn, Murray – Early Child Development and Care, 1993
Examines New Zealand legislation that allows families greater decision-making power when the safety and welfare of their children are seen to be at risk. Discusses the Family Group Conference intervention model and its efficacy, concerns and criticisms that this model has evoked, and the model's potential applicability to child care and protection…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Child Welfare, Decision Making, Family Environment
Peer reviewedRyburn, Murray; Fleming, Annette – Early Child Development and Care, 1993
Britain's Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act provides for the assessment of adults for parenthood on both medical and social grounds, justified by concern for the welfare of the child. Compares these assessments with those undertaken in the adoption process and questions the utility of such decisions for the welfare of the children involved.…
Descriptors: Adoption, Bioethics, Child Welfare, Embryology
Peer reviewedPugh, Gillian – Early Child Development and Care, 1990
Argues for the development of a national policy for early childhood education in Britain. Recent legislation and current initiatives are discussed. Offers policy proposals concerning (1) responsibility for provision of services; (2) quality of care and education; (3) responsiveness to parents; and (4) recruitment, training, and support of staff.…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Day Care, Early Childhood Education, Educational Legislation
