Review Local Authority process in child removal cases involving medical disputes

We think a review of these powers should also include considering how parents can be better protected and supported, including child protection process and the provision of legal aid. We also think Local Authorities must be prevented from using medical disputes to accuse the parents of 'child neglect' until a Tertiary Specialist opinion is obtained. We call on the Government to protect parents' rights to act as Litigants in Person to ensure their voice is never silenced by the Local Authority.