# The Fostering Services (Wales) Regulations 2003, Regulation 11: Independent fostering agency — duty to secure welfare


The registered person in respect of an independent fostering agency must ensure that—
(a) the welfare of children placed or to be placed with foster parents is safeguarded and promoted at all times; and
(b) before making any decision affecting a child placed or to be placed with foster parents due consideration is given to—
(i) the child’s wishes and feelings in the light of the child’s age and understanding; and
(ii) the child’s religious persuasion, racial origin and cultural and linguistic background.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2003/237/regulation/11 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/fostering-services-wales-regulations-2003/regulation-11
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