The money, from the Department for Education and Skills, will help theChildren and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass)intervene earlier in family disputes. It will also be used to ensure itprovides a quicker service, update its computer systems and set up anational case recording system. Training to help change workingpractices within Cafcass will also be funded.
Changes to working practices will include ending distinctions betweenhow Cafcass handles private and public law cases, and replacing lengthyreports for the courts with more succinct "analysis" reports thatsummarise cases and recommendations.
Anthony Douglas, chief executive at Cafcass, said: "The changes show arenewed push to get in as early as possible in disputes."
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