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Asked by Paula

AQW 26637/17-22 Written question to the Minister of Health

To ask the Minister of Health what discussions he has had with the Minister for Communities about addressing the difficulties caused by the lack of court-appointed social workers in family courts.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 30 November 2021

  • Answered
  • Written
  • After due date
Tabled
30 November 2021
Answer due by
15 December 2021
Answered
6 January 202237 days after tabling
Department
Department of Health
Priority question
No

Answer

I have not held any discussions with the Minister for Communities in connection with Children’s Court Welfare Officers (CCWOs). CCWOs are social workers employed by Health and Social Care Trusts.

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