23 Jan 2023 | From today, new regulations will allow siblings to apply for legal aid for a lawyer to represent them at their sibling’s Children’s Hearings. Read more
If you think you need help from our lawyers please call us on 0808 129 0522. Our helpline is free and is open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. Read more
29 Nov 2022. From 29th November 2022, the rules allowing local authorities to refer people experiencing homelessness to another local authority in Scotland on the basis of local connection have been suspended. Read more
New study finds that children need lawyers who are easily accessible, available when needed, and who will take the time to get to know them "over chips and cheese". Read more
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We are delighted to share that Clan Childlaw has secured funding from The Promise Partnership for the Rights In-Justice project. Read more
Our lawyers are still here to help over Christmas and New Year, but our opening hours will be a bit different. Read more
If we are to achieve the fundamental system change required by The Promise and ensure that rights are always respected, then lawyers and legal services for children and young people need to change too. Read more
Dr Claire Lightowler shares emerging findings and insights from her work on a scoping study to better understand the legal needs of children and young people in conflict with the law. Read more
Legal Policy Manager Katy Nisbet writes about the importance of the right to Continuing Care and considers Clan Childlaw's role in helping children to access their rights. Read more