UNICEF has welcomed the passing of the Child Care and Protection Act and the Child Justice Act last night.
UNICEF has commended the Government’s efforts to strengthen the child protection system.
“We congratulate the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection for this significant milestone which reflects a clear commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and other international standards on child protection,” said UNICEF Pacific Representative, Jonathan Veitch.
“UNICEF is proud to have supported the development of these Acts.”
“’We will continue to work closely with the Government to ensure full and effective implementation of the new legislation.”
