Can I get an injunction in place for limited contact with a child?

I have just involved child services regarding concern for my child's welfare when staying with their father. I would like an injunction to prevent him from being able to collect them from school or coming to my house un permitted. What options do I have and how would I do this? I'm very anxious.

Public Answer

Thank you for your enquiry.

From the information provided, I understand that you have contact social services in regard to the children’s welfare whilst under their father’s care. Following an initial contact, the child services team will allocate a social worker to consider your report and provide a report with recommendations. If you feel that it is not safe for the children’s father to continue contact, you can apply to the Family Court for a formal Child Arrangements Order which sets out the level of contact the children have with their father. In addition, if you would like to limit his ability to attend the school or your home without prior notice, then you can also apply for a Prohibited Steps Order. For more information, please call 02039599123 or click here 

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