Can parents / carers and children attend the child protection conference?
Yes, they will be invited to attend and participate in the conference. In rare circumstances they may be excluded because:- • The person who has allegedly harmed the child has not been interviewed by the police. • Medical evidence has not yet been divulged to the parents/carers. • Legal advice is confidential to the agencies involved and not appropriate to be shared with parents/carers. • The chair may exclude on the basis that violence is anticipated. Parents and carers may wish to bring a supporter; who may be a relative, friend or legal representative; the role of supporter will be confirmed at the conference. Generally it is expected that a young child will not attend the conference; however, the child’s views will be represented by the social worker and/or an appropriate advocate.
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