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Understanding Health Legislation in Wales

May 2, 2025

Unit 2.4 Legislation and Principles of Care and Support

Overview

  • Date: 15 September
  • Focus: Understanding the role of the National Assembly and Welsh Government in health and social care legislation in Wales.
  • Key Areas:
    • Regulatory and advisory legislation
    • Subordinate and secondary legislation
    • Bills and acts
    • Professional practice support
    • Registration of professionals
    • Regulatory bodies and codes of conduct

Documents and Resources

The Role of Welsh Government

  • Emphasizes the governmental influence in setting policies and legislation.
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Code of Conduct and Legislation

  • Covers the regulations guiding professional conduct.
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The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014

  • Legislation focusing on individual well-being in social services.
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Applying the Principles of the Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act 2014

  • Discusses implementation of the Act's principles and values.
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The Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015

  • Focuses on sustainability and long-term well-being.
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The Welsh Language Act 1993

  • Legislation ensuring the Welsh language is treated equally in public business.
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Safeguarding Legislation

  • Focuses on the protection of vulnerable individuals.
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National Regulatory Bodies

  • Discusses the bodies that regulate health and social care practice.
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Regulations and Codes of Conduct

  • Details the standards professionals must adhere to.
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Codes of Conduct and Professional Practice

  • Explores the ethical standards and practices required of professionals.
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Note

  • These resources are starting points for learning and are not comprehensive for exam preparation.
  • They should be combined with additional content for a complete educational experience.