Family courts and child care

Does Camilla Cavendish overemphasise the secrecy of family courts?

Sir, Camilla Cavendish asserted that there was a “secret State” in place (Comment, Feb 21), determined to separate children from their loving parents. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Legislation requires local authorities to ensure that children live with their parents wherever possible, and that services should be provided to “children in need” and their families to enable this to happen.
Sometimes this isn’t possible, and difficult decisions have to be taken to remove a child from his or her family. It is crucial that a child’s welfare is put first, and that protection is provided effectively and speedily.
Social workers cannot remove children from their parents’ care (without the parents’ consent) without first obtaining the authority of a court order. This is a fundamental safeguard in the system.
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