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hi,
no problems. cafcass and courts thinking is heavily based around the childs welfare check list. so whatever you write on position statements, witness statements, you should write based on these criteria.
check it here: https://childlawadvice.org.uk/information-pages/the-welfare-checklist/
Here's some links to info about how to structure statements and also a template that you can use.
www.thecustodyminefield.com/flapp/positionstatements.html
Template -
www.thecustodyminefield.com/flapp/statement.html
A good website with info in plain english, some court videos to watch too.
www.mfjc.co.uk
All the best
Thanks a lot for your help, currently writing the First Hearing Position statement. Keeping it child focused which has been my main concern and top priority since I sent the application.
Can the court ask me to explain on the first hearing to explain that are any of the accusations based what is said on the first telephone interview report are true or false? and if so shall I expand on my answer?
Thanks guys for your help.
Generally the first hearing is over quite quickly, and usually covers the ordering of further reports, such as the S7. As there are allegations, the court are likely to follow CAFCASS recommendations, but that doesn’t mean you can’t ask for an interim order for contact in a contact centre.
All the best
Will definitely be asking for the interim order, but could go either way.
Thanks keep you updated.
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