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Case began with as an emergency hearing, in front of a district judge. I was able to provide a statement and some evidence for that initial hearing, however it was at such short notice it was quickly drafted up which the judge acknowledged. Concerns and general background of the case were heard and an interim order made for contact, cafcass report ordered. Cafcass have recommended a section 7 is carried out in this report made after that hearing.
My question is, can I provide a statement and evidence and this next hearing? It it listed as a FHDRA lasting 1 hour but no mentions of statements. I'm unsure whether the circumstances of the initial hearing etc alter the proceedings as the initial background of the case has already been heard by the judge?
Thanks
Hi,
I would recommend for each hearing that you write a 2 page position statement, stating what has been going on and what child arrangements you would like courts to help you with. Here is info on writing position statement, and there's a document template too:
https://childlawadvice.org.uk/information-pages/writing-a-position-statement/
do not submit any evidence unless the court paperwork asks you for it.
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