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Changing the law on adoption

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Published on: 25 January 2016
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Table of contents

  • Original news
  • What is the background to this press release?
  • What are the proposals?
  • How significant are the changes proposed?
  • What will the proposals mean for agencies involved in family matters?
  • Is there a potential conflict between the government’s plans and the current approach of the courts?

Article summary

Family analysis: With legislation changes promised, Barbara Slomnicka, barrister at Fourteen Chambers, discusses the potential reform of adoption law as the government aims to ‘prioritise children’s long-term stability and happiness’.

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