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Children Law (2012 Revision)

Cayman Islands Governor of the Cabinet Country Resources Child Rights Legislation Cayman Islands 17 December 2012 Legislation/regulation

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The Children Law (2012 Revision) came in to effect on 1st July, 2012 and provides the instrument for the Cayman Islands to implement the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. It is also in keeping with the Cayman Islands Constitution Order 2009, Bill of Rights, Freedoms and Responsibilities. The basic principle of the Law is that the welfare of the child is of paramount importance in all matters.

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Children Law (2012 Revision)
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