What is a Section 7?
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What is a Section 7?
A Section 7 Report is a report written by an Independent Social Worker in cases where an application has been made to the Court in accordance with The Children Act 1989 section 8. An Independent Social Worker provides an independent evaluation and assessment of a situation and reports the findings to the Court.
What is a Section 7 in family law?
A Cafcass section 7 report is ordered by the court to provide information on a child’s welfare and to consider the risks or concerns raised about the child, a parent or other relatives. A report is required under Section 7 Children’s Act 1989.
What does a Section 7 report involve?
A Section 7 report needs to contain all background information, key facts and evidence that the needs of the child have been considered in accordance with the Welfare Checklist.
How does a child arrangement order work?
When the parents can’t come to a decision on their own, one or both parents may apply to the court for a child arrangements order. This order can stipulate where and with whom a child lives, when and where they have contact with a non-custodial parent, and certain other matters relating to the child’s welfare.
What cafcass look for?
The Children & Family Court Advisory and Support Service (CAFCASS) look after the interests of the child in children involved in family proceedings. They work with the child and parents and have to inform the Courts as to what action that they believe is in the best interests of the child.
Will cafcass speak to my child?
The Cafcass worker will: usually talk to your children alone – this may be at a neutral venue such as at their school. spend time with you and the other party and listen to any concerns you might have.
What is a Level 2 police check?
A Level 2 police check is a request by Cafcass for the disclosure, and provision by Police, of any relevant information held on the databases of a local police force(s) including local intelligence, call out logs and domestic abuse records.
