Section 122F Framework for inspections under this ChapterF1

(1)

The Chief Inspector must devise—

(a)

a common set of principles applicable to all inspections conducted under this Chapter, or

(b)

two or more common sets of principles each of which is applicable to a particular description of such inspections.

(2)

A set of principles devised under subsection (1)(a) or (b) is referred to in this section as a “framework”.

(3)

If the Chief Inspector devises two or more frameworks under subsection (1)(b), the Chief Inspector must ensure that, taken together, they cover all inspections conducted under this Chapter.

(4)

A framework must cover such matters as may be specified in regulations made by the Secretary of State.

(5)

The Chief Inspector must publish a framework in such manner as the Chief Inspector considers appropriate.

(6)

The Chief Inspector may at any time revise a framework.

(7)

The Chief Inspector must publish a revised framework in such manner as the Chief Inspector considers appropriate.

(8)

In devising or revising a framework, the Chief Inspector must have regard to guidance given from time to time by the Secretary of State.

Annotations

Textual amendments

F1: Pt. 8 Ch. 2A inserted (29.4.2026 for specified purposes) by Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 (c. 21), ss. 57(2), 78(1)(a)(5)