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Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011
6ABest interests of vulnerable people paramount
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6A Best interests of vulnerable people paramount consideration (1) A person making a decision under this Act must regard the best interests of vulnerable people as the paramount consideration. (2) In forming a view about the best interests of vulnerable people, a person making a decision under this Act must take into account the safety, welfare and protection of vulnerable people.