The Committee on Children and Young People is inquiring into the impact that the newly established Office for Youth may have on the Advocate for Children and Young People.

The inquiry will examine the impact of the Office for Youth on the functions, operations, and independence of the Advocate for Children and Young People. This includes consideration of the Advocate’s ability to perform its role as an independent statutory officer, the budget and resourcing of the Advocate, and the Committee’s oversight responsibilities. The inquiry will also consider any other related matters as outlined in the terms of reference, which can be accessed below.