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SGO regulations in practice

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Date:7 MAY 2026
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Louise Ballantyne, Fenners Chambers

This article explores the Special Guardianship Regulations 2005 (as amended) and how they operate in practice, focusing on assessment, support and planning for Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs). It outlines the statutory framework for special guardianship support services, both practical and financial and considers the formulation of the support plan Cafcass's role in scrutinising the plans.

 

 

 

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