In the matter of W and J [2011] JRC 059 (22 March 2011)

In the matter of W and J [2011] JRC 059 (22 March 2011)

Full care orders are appropriate for both W and J because, despite the mother's recent positive changes, ongoing challenges and risks justify continued oversight by the Children's Service to safeguard the children's welfare. The care plan, which allows the children to remain with their mother and D, is in their best interests and is agreed by all parties.

Citation
[2011] JRC 059
Parties
Applicant: Minister; Mother: A; Father of W: B; Father of J and Partner of a: D; Child: W; Child: J; Guardian: Guardian
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
22 March 2011
Procedural Posture
Care Order Application / Final Hearing
Outcome
Full care orders made for W and J; care plan approved.
Legal Topics
Care Orders, Parental Responsibility, Best Interests of the Child
Family Law Child Protection Care Orders Parental Responsibility Best Interests of the Child

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Parties

Minister

Applicant

A

Mother

B

Father of W

D

Father of J and Partner of a

W

Child

J

Child

Guardian

Guardian

Procedural Posture

Care Order Application / Final Hearing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether full care orders should be made for W and J
  2. 2 Whether the care plan is in the best interests of the children

Ratio Decidendi

Full care orders are appropriate for both W and J because, despite the mother's recent positive changes, ongoing challenges and risks justify continued oversight by the Children's Service to safeguard the children's welfare. The care plan, which allows the children to remain with their mother and D, is in their best interests and is agreed by all parties.

Court Disposition

Full care orders made for W and J; care plan approved.

Orders

  • Full care order for W with residence to remain with mother and D under the care plan.
  • Full care order for J with residence to remain with mother and D under the care plan.