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Written question asked by Lord Rooker (Labour Independent), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Morgan of Drefelin (Labour) on Thursday, 12 November 2009.


Courts: Family Cases

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether children involved in care and related proceedings will be informed that discussions they have with child care professionals such as doctors and social workers may be subject to media reporting due to the media having access to written evidence and the substance of proceedings in the family courts.
Answer

It is clearly right that children who are of sufficient age and understanding are informed about the presence of accredited media representatives in the court and the fact that material may be published. We would expect professionals to use their judgment about the most effective and appropriate way to do this.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6225; 714 c204WA
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Children Disclosure of information Care proceedings Evidence Family proceedings Media
Link
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