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A Reflection on Re: A [A Child] [non-accidental injury]. Lessons for Professionals working with Children and Families

Since the Office of the Children's Convenor was established in 2010 a very small proportion1 (2.9%) of all referrals received have been made on the grounds of physical or sexual abuse. The case of A (A child)(non-accidental injury) heard before the Guernsey Juvenile Court (the "Court") in May 2019, indicates that this may in part be due to professionals' differing understanding of what precisely 'physical abuse' is and how to deal with it. This case provides an opportunity to reflect on professional practice and the lessons we can learn from this case

 

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