Issue

pre-proceedings

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The stage before formal care proceedings are initiated in family court, involving interventions and assessments to address concerns about a child's welfare.

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  1. Ofsted Praises Child Services, Flags Pre-Proceeding Delays Barking and Dagenham's child services have received praise from Ofsted for sustained improvements, but the watchdog has also highlighted delays in pre-proceeding processes. The... Barking and Dagenham 4 July 2025