Territorial Application: Wales
11.The Act provides for the amendment of the 1995 Act, the 2000 Act and the Local Authority Social Services Act 1970 (c. 42) (“the 1970 Act”). These changes will apply equally to England and Wales, and the authorities to which the co-operation provisions of section 3 will apply include those which cover Wales. The National Assembly for Wales is responsible for commencing the provisions of the Act as regards Wales, and for issuing guidance or directions for the purpose of the 1970 Act to local authorities in Wales.