Childcare & Social Services
Specific Issue Orders
OVERVIEW
A Specific Issue Order is used when parents or those with parental responsibility can’t agree on an important decision about a child.
These orders deal with specific issues affecting a child’s upbringing or welfare.
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When it may be needed
A Specific Issue Order can be used to resolve disputes about:
- Education (for example, which school a child should attend)
- Medical treatment
- Changing a child’s name
- Holidays or travel abroad
- Relocation or moving home
- Religious upbringing
What to expect
Before applying to court, you are usually expected to try to resolve matters through mediation, unless an exemption applies (for example, in cases involving domestic abuse).
If agreement can’t be reached:
- An application is made to the court
- Safeguarding checks are carried out
- A hearing is arranged
- The court may request further evidence before making a decision
How the court decides
The court’s main focus is always the child’s welfare.
It will consider factors such as:
- The child’s wishes and feelings
- Their needs (emotional, physical and educational)
- Any risk of harm
- Each parent’s ability to meet those needs
How we can help
We’ll guide you through the process and help you understand the best way
forward.
We can help with:
- Advising on whether an application is appropriate
- Preparing and submitting court applications
- Representing you at hearings
- Helping resolve disputes where possible
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