Special Guardianship

Our free Special Guardianship factsheet provides legal information and advice on Special Guardianship including:

• What is special guardianship?
• What are the effects of a special guardianship order?
• Who has parental responsibility?
• Why special guardianship?
• Adoption or special guardianship?
• How do I know if special guardianship is the best option?

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