# The Local Authority Fostering Services (Wales) Regulations 2018, Regulation 23: Deprivation of liberty

Extent: E+W

A child must not be deprived of their liberty for the purpose of receiving care and support without lawful authority.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/wsi/2018/1339/regulation/23 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/local-authority-fostering-services-wales-regulations-2018/regulation-23
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