PART 2Information in the database

Procedures for ensuring the accuracy of information in the database5

1

A Schedule 4 or Schedule 5 body which discloses information for inclusion in the database must take reasonable steps to ensure the information is accurate.

2

In providing information under section 12(9) of the Act the Secretary of State must take reasonable steps to ensure the information is accurate.

3

Where it appears to a local authority that a child record for which it is responsible is or may be inaccurate or incomplete, the authority must take reasonable steps to correct the inaccuracy or to complete the record.