Explanatory note

These Regulations prescribe the categories of cases where section 6 (exclusion from benefits) of the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 (c. 35) does not apply in England and Wales.

These Regulations are made before the expiry of 6 months from the commencement of the provisions under which they are made and are accordingly exempt under section 173(5)(a) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992 (c. 5) from reference to the Social Security Advisory Committee and have not been so referred.

These Regulations do not impose a charge on business.