In the matter of QQ 29 Nov-2011 [2011] JRC 228 (29 November 2011)

In the matter of QQ 29 Nov-2011 [2011] JRC 228 (29 November 2011)

The court cannot properly determine whether H should be removed from his parents without information on the support that CAMHS and the Bridge may provide. To decide now would be unfair to the parents and not in H's best interests. Therefore, the hearing is adjourned to obtain this information.

Citation
[2011] JRC 228
Parties
Mother: A; Father: C; Applicant: Minister through Children's Services; Child: H
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
29 November 2011
Procedural Posture
Care Proceedings / Interlocutory (adjournment Decision)
Outcome
adjournment granted
Legal Topics
Care Orders, Adoption, Parental Capacity, Risk Assessment, Adjournment
Family Law Child Protection Care Orders Adoption Parental Capacity Risk Assessment Adjournment

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Parties

A

Mother

C

Father

Minister through Children's Services

Applicant

H

Child

Procedural Posture

Care Proceedings / Interlocutory (adjournment Decision)

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the court should adjourn proceedings to obtain further information from CAMHS and the Bridge regarding support available to the parents
  2. 2 Whether it is in the best interests of H to remain with his parents or be removed for adoption

Ratio Decidendi

The court cannot properly determine whether H should be removed from his parents without information on the support that CAMHS and the Bridge may provide. To decide now would be unfair to the parents and not in H's best interests. Therefore, the hearing is adjourned to obtain this information.

Court Disposition

adjournment granted

Orders

  • Adjournment of proceedings to allow referral and assessment by CAMHS and the Bridge.
  • Transcripts of evidence to be prepared and provided to CAMHS and the Bridge.