Q: Who is entitled to an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)?
A. All children in care should have an IRO appointed by their local authority. The IRO should be appointed before the child's case is first reviewed. IROs should have independent oversight of the child's case and ensure that the child's interests are protected throughout the care planning process. The statutory duties of an IRO are to:
According to Statutory Guidance issued in 2010, an IRO has a number of responsibilities in discharging these duties, and these include:
Do you have any questions?
Email them to clc@essex.ac.uk or call the Child Law Advice Line on 08088 020 008, The National Education Line on 0845 345 4345, Or visit www.childrenslegalcentre.com
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