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Interference with medical equipment
James Norman looks at the lessons from a recent case where the local authority contended that the threshold criteria were satisfied on the basis of actions of the mother toward her son during his treatment in hospital.
From Manchester to Westminster: How Andy Burnham's social care revolution could play out
Andy Burnham has arrived in Downing Street with a pledge to invest his political capital in overhauling England’s care system. James Arrowsmith explores whether the Prime Minister’s convictions can survive contact with the complexity of governing a national system.
Interfering with welfare assessments by trial judges
The Court of Appeal recently considered whether a trial judge had erred in refusing care and placement orders and instead directing that three children be rehabilitated to their mother's care under supervision. Lisa Edmunds looks at the outcome of the case.
Placements of children in Scotland – implementation of the new law
Justin Gray delivers a pre-recorded webinar covering the latest position in cross-border placements of children in Scotland.
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Placements of children in Scotland – implementation of the new law
Justin Gray delivers a pre-recorded webinar covering the latest position in cross-border placements of children in Scotland.
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