Remote Court Hearings trauma
Remote court hearings putting vulnerable women in traumatic situations ‘which place them at unjust disadvantage’ This article in the Independent outlines some of the issues… Read More »Remote Court Hearings trauma
What is PFAN and what does it stand for?
By Andy Bilson In October 2019 The Open Nest Charity hosted a conference in York consisting of a non-profit collaboration between a group of individuals… Read More »What is PFAN and what does it stand for?
Inclusive justice: a system designed for all
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published an interim report which covers: the use of video-links in the criminal justice system how the use of… Read More »Inclusive justice: a system designed for all
Tips for autistic people and families
This unprecedented period of change and disruption is very difficult for many autistic people and families. We have created some tips that we hope will… Read More »Tips for autistic people and families
Two Good Mums
Two Good Mums is a podcast launching this Friday 10th April. It’s a positive story of post-adoption contact.Laura’s children, ‘CJ’ and ‘RJ’, were removed from… Read More »Two Good Mums
Martin Barrow’s comments on DfE Guidance
This twitter thread provides critical commentary on the English guidance on Coronavirus and children’s social work
ADCS Guidance spreadsheet
Published Covid-19 guidance and resources for children’s services The Association of Directors of Children’s Services is keeping track of published guidance and new announcements from… Read More »ADCS Guidance spreadsheet
Info for Children and Young People
The Family Justice Young People’s Board (FJYPB) has published a new COVID-19 information booklet for children and young people which is packed full of great advice. The… Read More »Info for Children and Young People
Advice on Child Arrangement Orders
Guidance from the President of the Family Division and Head of Family Justice on what happens during the Coronavirus crisis where there is a child… Read More »Advice on Child Arrangement Orders
FRG advice for Kinship carers
Top tips from the Family Rights Group for kinship carers to help children to maintain relationships during the Coronavirus outbreak.