Child contact arrangements
Please visit the link below if you have child safety concerns:
The Council does not usually arrange access, custody, contact, or residence. A parent must make safe decisions that are in the best interests of the child.
Please visit the link below for further information:
The website, 'Advicenow' produced this helpful guide:
Useful contacts:
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National Association of Child Contact Centres (NACCC). Child contact centres are neutral places. Children can spend time with one or both parents and sometimes other family members.
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Coram Children’s Legal Centre. This is a national charity. It offers Child Law Advice affecting children and young people. It advises on the law.
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Residence (formerly known as custody)
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Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) Cafcass represents children in family court cases. It makes sure the children have a voice and that decisions are in their best interests. They are independent.
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Resolution. Advice for parents to manage the impact of their divorce or separation on their children.
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Citizen’s Advice. This website offers advice on relationship breakup and family mediation services. You can also visit your local Citizen's Advice office to discuss your concerns.
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