QLD: Proposed reforms recognise value of foster carers

AAP General News (Australia)
08-01-2009
QLD: Proposed reforms recognise value of foster carers

Proposed reforms to Queensland's adoption laws would offer some children in long-term
foster care to be adopted by their carers.

Minister for child safety PHIL REEVES says adoption may be the best way for children
who can never return to their parents to have long-term security and well-being .. by
becoming an official member of their foster family.

The Adoption Bill is expected to be debated in state parliament soon .. and if passed
.. take effect from February 2010.

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KEYWORD: ADOPTION QLD (BRISBANE)

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