child, youth and community tribunal

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what to do if you are worried about a child or young person

If there is an emergency or a child is at immediate risk you should phone the police.

Anyone can refer a child to the Children’s Convenor. In practice most referrals come from the police, the Committee (CHSC) and the School Attendance Service (SAS).

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New President and Tribunal Members sworn in at Royal Court

The Child, Youth, and Community Tribunal welcomes a new President and 10 Tribunal Members, reinforcing its commitment to improving the lives of children and young people across Guernsey and Alderney. Steve Melbourne MBE steps into the role of President, succeeding Ashley Rawles, who has led the Tribunal with dedication for the past six years. Steve, an Inclusion Officer for the States of Guernsey, has been a Tribunal Member since 2020 and has served as Deputy President since August 2023.

La Grande Rue road closure - May 2025

Please be advised that essential trial trench investigation works will be taking place on La Grande Rue, impacting travel to the Office of the Children's Convenor at Briarwood. These works, being undertaken by Geomarine, are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 27 May and are expected to be completed by Friday 30 May.

Level 3 Safeguarding Children & Young People 2025

The States of Guernsey and the Islands Safeguarding Children Partnership are once again hosting the Level 3 Safeguarding Children & Young People, with a half day course on The Role of the Children's Convenor and Child Youth and Community Tribunal in 2025. This course provides an understanding of the role of the Children’s Convenor and Child, Youth and Community Tribunal so that delegates will be better equipped to decide whether or not to refer a child to the Children’s Convenor and to explain to children and families involved in Tribunal proceedings what is happening and what to expect.

our vision

Our vision is for a CYCT system that improves the outcomes and experiences for children and young people who may be at risk to ensure that they are safe, protected and offered positive futures.