UK woman whose children were removed against their wishes loses appeal
High court case is landmark test of use of unregulated experts in family justice proceedings in England and WalesA mother whose children were removed from her care against their wishes after an unregulated psychologist said she had “alienated” them from their father has lost a high court appeal to have her case reopened.The landmark test case came before the president of the family division in England and Wales, Sir Andrew McFarlane, who has said he will reinforce the need for the courts to follow guidance on appointing experts in his forthcoming judgment.Continue reading...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - Category: Science Authors: Hannah Summers Tags: Family law UK news Parents and parenting Psychology Child protection Children Society Social care Source Type: news