East Midlands FLBA

The Public Law Working Group has released its interim report on best practice in the use of Supervision Orders. It is running a consultation from 1 November until 30 November 2022 A copy of the report and details of the consultation can be found below. judiciary.uk/guidance-and-r…

The new FLBA FPL skills paper (v5) is now available. We’re pleased to host online training jointly for members of the FLBA, ALC, Resolution and the Law Society 1 November 2022 at 5pm. presented by @darrenfhowe with @Sophie_Webb17 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Statement from Michelle Heeley KC, Leader of the Midland Circuit.

The deadline for applications for the FLBA scholarships is 15 July. Please apply!

New interim guidance from the Family Justice Council on the use of experts in cases with allegations of alienating behaviour judiciary.uk/wp-content/upl…

Fact-finding hearings and domestic abuse in Private Law children proceedings – Guidance for Judges and Magistrates 5.4.22 judiciary.uk/announcements/…

Official announcement: Her Honour Judge Jane George retires as a Circuit Judge with effect from 20 April 2022. We wish Her Honour a long and happy retirement. judiciary.uk/announcements/…

It's official! HMCTS announcement. Appointment of the Designated Family Judge for Leicester HHJ Nassera Patel. judiciary.uk/announcements/…

Make Every Hearing Count A helpful post on the @LLFJB website by @LauraVickersNo5 llfjb.com/make-every-hea…

Calling all Midlands practitioners! @wmflba @emflba @BhamLawSociety @LLFJB @AsianLawyers

Important updates to standard orders!! judiciary.uk/announcements/…

NEW: Notice from the Family Division President on attended hearings after 1 March 2022. 🔽

🚨Essential Reading🚨 Updated achieving best evidence in criminal proceedings guidance on interviewing victims and witnesses, and guidance on using special measures was published on 31.01.2022. This can be accessed via the link below. gov.uk/government/pub…

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 3) Regulations 2022 brought into force, as of 31.01 2022 s3 of the DAA 2022, which makes provision that children are included as victims of DA if they see or hear, or experience its effects on a relative legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2022/73/c…

⚠️ Must Read - Care Lawyers ⚠️ ANNOUNCEMENT IN RELATION TO THE IMPACT OF NON- COMPLIANCE WITH THE ADOPTION AGENCIES REGULATIONS 2005 PROVISIONS CONCERNING MEDICAL REPORTS 👇👇👇

FR Practitioners. Worried about the correct way to complete ES2? Fear not; @peternewman79 on behalf of the Money and Property sub-committee has produced this excellent guide which has been approved today by Mostyn J. mcusercontent.com/2750134472ba93…

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 3) Regulations 2022 bring into force section 3 (so far as not already in force) on 31st January 2022. Section 3 of the Act makes provision in relation to children as victims of domestic abuse: legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2022/73/m…

Our latest webinar with the Judicial College features reflections from mothers and fathers who have faced multiple care proceedings, as well as thoughts from practitioners delivering effective services. buff.ly/33uJLGb

Practitioners have been invited to comment on matters to be considered in the review of the Standard Family Orders

Calling all FR practitioners. Peter Newman has produced a really helpful guide to the new ES2. It answers a number of queries you have. Enjoy the weekend (when you get to it).