NCAS briefing on G vs. Southwark judgment
This NCAS briefing looks at a recent (May 2009) Law Lords judgment: G vs. Southwark, which considered how local authorities support homeless 16 and 17-year-olds. The briefing explains the facts of the case, current law, the ruling and concludes by considering the implications for practice.
Read the NCAS briefing here
If you have any comments about the impact of the judgement on your local services - please contact DCSF - Kevin.Woods@dcsf.gsi.gov.uk
Full judgment can be read here:
http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld200809/ldjudgmt/jd090520/appg-1.htm
Full judgment can be read here:
http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld200809/ldjudgmt/jd090520/appg-1.htm
