Petition · Department for Education

Government to review process for child removal decisions

Open for signatures 105 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to review how child removal decisions are made under an interim care order, to establish processes to guarantee that they are based on verified evidence, proper safeguarding checks, and fair process.
There are concerns that children can be separated from a parent after unverified or false reports without a full and fair investigation. We believe stronger safeguards are needed to protect children’s welfare, ensure decisions are evidence-based, and make sure parents are treated fairly. This petition is about improving the process for all families

Timeline

1 May 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 105
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Education
Opened 1 May 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.