25Matters to be considered

25 Matters to be considered

25 Matters to be considered

(1) The Children’s Guardian must consider the following when deciding whether to transfer accreditation—

(a) whether suitable arrangements have been made to ensure continuity of care for children in out-of-home care provided by or arranged by the former agency,

(b) whether the transfer will prejudice legal proceedings or proposed legal proceedings to which the former agency is, or is likely to become, a party.

(2) The Children’s Guardian must refuse to transfer accreditation if the Children’s Guardian is of the opinion the transfer will not promote the best interests of children in out-of-home care.

(3) The Children’s Guardian may refuse to transfer accreditation if the former agency has failed to comply with a condition of accreditation.

(4) The Children’s Guardian must consult the Department before deciding whether to transfer accreditation.

s 25: Ins 2022 (480), Sch 1[7].