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How many Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications are there each quarter?

Quarterly DoL applications, July 2023 – December 2025

What is the gender distribution of children subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications?

Gender of children subject to DoL applications, October-December 2025

How old are children subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications?

Age of children subject to DoL applications, October-December 2025

How does the number of deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications compare to applications for secure accommodation orders?

Number of DoL and secure accommodation (s.25) applications, October-December 2025

Is there regional variation in the number of deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications made?

Rate of applications per 100,000 children by region between July 2022 and June 2023

How many children are subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications in England and Wales?

What are the primary reasons for deprivation of liberty applications?

Primary reasons for deprivation of liberty orders issued between 4 July and 31 August 2022 in England

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What do we know about children in the family justice system?

Our regularly updated infographic highlights what we know, and what we don’t know, about children’s journeys through the family justice system based on national administrative data.

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