Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations specify the matters which the Secretary of State must take into account in deciding whether to approve, or withdraw approval from, a body under section 106 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 and to appoint, or terminate the appointment of a person under section 87A of the Children Act 1989.
Section 106 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 enables the Secretary of State to approve, or withdraw approval from, a body to carry out inspections of independent educational institutions. Section 87A of the Children Act 1989 allows the Secretary of State to appoint, or terminate the appointment of a person to inspect whether the welfare of children provided with accommodation by schools or colleges is adequately safeguarded and promoted.
An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument because no, or no significant impact on the private, voluntary or public sector is foreseen.