This paper will assess how well children’s views are incorporated into child law decisions in England and Wales, specifically when a court is considering a care order, and whether there is any room for improvement.
Allowing children to express their views over decisions which greatly affect them is a principle that has grown substantially in the last several decades. However, the extent to which children can influence and participate in civil cases has been controversial. Both sociologists and legal scholars have been concerned whether allowing a child to articulate their views is truly in their best interest. Some believe that children cannot comprehend the importance of such life-altering decisions; whilst others argue that if children’s views were followed, it would challenge parental decisions and choices.
Contents
INTRODUCTION
INCORPORATION OF CHILDREN’S VIEWS
Legislative Basis
Guardian ad Litem
Approach of the Courts
ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT
Younger Children
Desirability of the Child’s Involvement
Lack of Information
CONCLUSION
BIBLIOGRAPHY
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