Children's Act, 2005 (Act No. 38 of 2005)RegulationsGeneral Regulations Regarding Children, 2010Chapter 11 : Children in Need of Care and Protection (Sections 150-160 of the Act)56G. Referral of child to relevant authorities and services |
| (a) | The designated social worker must where it is suspected that a crime was committed in relation to a child, report the matter to a police official; and |
| (b) | where applicable refer the child to— |
| (i) | the relevant health services institution; |
| (ii) | the relevant psycho-social service provider; or |
| (iii) | any other suitable person for further assessment and intervention, utilising a referral form identical to Form 38E. |
[Regulation 56G inserted by section 9 of the Amendment Regulations Regarding Children, 2024, Notice No. R. 4993, GG50870, dated 26 June 2024 - effective 1 July 2024]