What is a key purpose of non-statutory protective services?

• A. To replace statutory services
• B. To provide services that statutory services cannot or are not able to cover and support statutory services
• C. To create private monopolies
• D. To regulate international borders

Answer: (B)

Non-statutory protective services are meant to work alongside legally required protections, stepping in to cover needs that statutory services can’t reach or fully address. They provide flexible, community-based support through charities, voluntary organizations, and private partners that collaborate with statutory agencies, helping to fill gaps, offer early intervention, advocacy, and direct assistance. This strengthens the overall safety net because statutory services can rely on this supplementary capacity to reach people who fall through the cracks or require additional, specialized help. They aren’t about replacing laws or duties, creating private monopolies, or regulating borders; their value lies in extending protection and support beyond what the statutory framework alone can deliver.