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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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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.

Volunteers wanted for the Child, Youth and Community Tribunal

The Child, Youth and Community Tribunal (the CYCT) is looking to recruit new volunteers as part of its latest Tribunal Member recruitment drive, as it continues to make a difference to the lives of children in the Bailiwick. Part of the Children’s Tribunal System, the Tribunal offers children and young people in need of guidance or support the opportunity to have their situation heard and have their say outside of a court environment.

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.