The Children Act 1975 and the Adoption Act 1976 (Commencement) Order 1983
The Secretary of State for Social Services, in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by section 108(2) and (8) of the Children Act 1975 (a) and section 74(2) of the Adoption Act 1976 (b) and of all other powers enabling him in that behalf, hereby makes the following order:—