Charity warns of 'inappropriate' use of special guardianship orders

Neil Puffett
Thursday, October 2, 2014

Foster carers are being pressured by local authorities into considering permanently caring for children through special guardianship orders (SGOs), a charity has warned.

The use of special guardianship orders has more than trebled since 2010. Picture: Morguefile
The use of special guardianship orders has more than trebled since 2010. Picture: Morguefile

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