The Children Act 1989 Author:Fergus Smith, Professor Tina Lyon This guide contains a clear comprehensive account of the Children Act 1989 including all amendments introduced by the Adoption and Children Act 2002, Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000, Care Standards Act 2000, Children and Adoption Act 2006, as well as case law. Commentary is provided throughout on the implications to date for child care practice... more » of the Human Rights Act 1998, and summaries of its relevant provisions and those of the European Convention on Human Rights are provided.« less