Munby calls for integration of youth and family courts

Tristan Donovan
Thursday, November 2, 2017

The highest-ranking family judge in England and Wales has called for a major shake-up of courts that hear cases involving children by amalgamating them into a single court that considers both criminal and welfare issues.

Sir James Munby has said there is an urgent need to move towards "problem-solving" courts for young people. Picture: UK Parliament
Sir James Munby has said there is an urgent need to move towards "problem-solving" courts for young people. Picture: UK Parliament

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