Amendment proposed (this day): 27, in clause 2, page 3, line 10, at end insert—

‘(6A) The Secretary of State must publish a national minimum standard for a “local offer for care leavers”.

(6B) When developing a national minimum standard for the purpose of subsection 6A the Secretary of State must consult relevant agencies responsible for the provision of services under subsection (2).” —

This amendment would introduce a national minimum standard for a local offer for care leavers, which is to be developed in consultation with relevant parties.