Special Guardianship Order - Factsheet

A Special Guardianship Order is an order appointing one or more individuals to be a child's “Special Guardian” It is a private law order made under the Children Act 1989 and is intended for those children who cannot live with their birth parents and who would benefit from a legally secure placement.

This factsheet is produced by the Grandparents Association.

The factsheet contains information on:

• What is a Special Guardianship Order?
• Who can apply?
• Who cannot apply?
• The Court’s Decision
• The role of the Local Authority
• What is the effect of a Special Guardianship Order?

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