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
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What is the gender distribution of children subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications?
Applications made between January and December 2024
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How old are children subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications?
Applications made between January and December 2024
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How does the number of applications for deprivation of liberty (DoL) orders compare to applications for secure accommodation orders?
Applications made between January and December 2024
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How long are children subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) orders?
Length of orders for cases started between July 2023 and June 2024
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How many children are subject to deprivation of liberty (DoL) applications in England and Wales?
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Is there regional variation in the use of same day hearings for care proceedings involving babies?
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What is the prevalence of same day hearings for care proceedings involving babies in England and Wales?
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How common are same-day, emergency and short-notice initial hearings for care proceedings involving babies in Wales?
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Is there regional variation in the rate of babies entering care proceedings?
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How has the rate of babies entering care proceedings changed over time in Wales?
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How many babies are in care proceedings in Wales?
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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.