A Local Authority v YL & Anor
The threshold for making a care order was met as the child suffered significant harm due to the mother's chaotic lifestyle, repeated moves, failure to meet medical and educational needs, and inability to provide stable care. The welfare analysis strongly favored the child remaining in long-term foster care, as the mother lacked insight and capacity to provide safe and stable parenting, and the care plan was a proportionate interference with family life.
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- Care orders
- Threshold criteria
- Welfare checklist
- Parental capability
- International movement of children
- Language and cultural identity