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Child protection with a foreign element

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The DfE has produced departmental guidance for social workers dealing with cases which involve a family with links abroad.  It is entitled "Working with foreign authorities: child protection orders and care orders".   The guidance is a basic outline of general principles, the law and good practice...

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MoJ Update since the Family Justice Review

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The Ministry for Justice has published two reports - the second of which is directed towards for children and young people - summarising the changes implemented since the 2011 Family Justice Review chaired by David Norgrove.   The report praises the work of those involved at all levels in...

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New Templates for Social Worker Statements

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The Association of Directors of Children's Services (ADCS) and Cafcass have together - with the endorsement of the President of the Family Division - produced new templates for social worker statements.  It is anticipated that the templates will be in use across the country by...

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