PART 1INTRODUCTION

Key terms

2Meaning of “well-being”

1

This section applies for the purpose of this Act.

2

Well-being”, in relation to a person, means well-being in relation to any of the following—

a

physical and mental health and emotional well-being;

b

protection from abuse and neglect;

c

education, training and recreation;

d

domestic, family and personal relationships;

e

contribution made to society;

f

securing rights and entitlements;

g

social and economic well-being;

h

suitability of living accommodation.

3

In relation to a child, “well-being” also includes—

a

physical, intellectual, emotional, social and behavioural development;

b

“welfare” as that word is interpreted for the purposes of the Children Act 1989.

4

In relation to an adult, “well-being” also includes—

a

control over day to day life;

b

participation in work.