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The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) is a non-departmental public body in England set up to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families involved in family court proceedings. It was formed in April 2001 under the provisions of the Criminal Justice and Court Services Act 2000 and is accountable to Parliament through the Ministry of Justice. Cafcass is independent of the courts, social services, education, health authorities, and all similar agencies. == Activities == Some examples of court proceedings for which Cafcass may provide support: *When parents make applications under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989, such as Prohibited Steps orders. *When a parent wishes Contact with a child to cease to another parent / grandparent. *When parents who are separating or divorcing cannot agree on arrangements for their children. *An adoption application. *When children are subject to an application for care or supervision proceedings by Social Services. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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