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Reporting Family Proceedings

There has been immense controversy in recent times over the question of access to and reporting of family proceedings, especially those involving children. This has been highlighted by pressure groups such as 'Fathers for Justice' and others. In the light of these concerns the Department of Constitutional Affairs has published a Consultation Paper -Improving Transparency and Privacy in Family Courts [CP 11/06 - the consultation period closes on 30 October 2006] - the paper can be downloaded by going to:
www.dca.gov.uk/consult/courttransparency1106/cp1106.htm

Information Tribunal

Appeals from the Information Commissioner in relation to decisions under the Data Protection Act 1998 & Freedom of Information Act 2000 can be found at:
www.informationtribunal.gov.uk/