A Children’s Reporter (sometimes just called a Reporter) receives information (called referrals) about you if there are concerns about:
- your safety
- your wellbeing and development
- if you have been in trouble with the police
The Reporter investigates these concerns and decides whether to arrange a Children’s Hearing.
If the Reporter decides to arrange a Children’s Hearing the Reporter will send you an invitation letter to your Hearing.
At your Hearing
While you are at your Hearing, the Reporter is there to make a note of what happens . The Reporter also helps to make sure that things are fair and comply with the law.
If you have to go to Court, the Reporter will tell you the arrangements and attend Court.
You might need to come to more Children’s Hearings. The Reporter will arrange these and let you know when they are.
The Reporter will be able to give you information to help you get the right support:
- before your Hearing
- during your Hearing
- after your Hearing
You can watch this short cartoon animation if you would like this information in a different format.