<p>This policy was Updated in February 2026 and added to the manual in April 2026. It sets out how Cheshire East Children's Services will promote and facilitate Family Time (contact) between children and their families who are in court proceedings or who are Cared for by the Local Authority.</p>

<p style="text-align: left;">This policy was added in January 2024. It sets out how Cheshire East Children's Services will promote and facilitate Family Time (contact) between children and their families who are in court proceedings or who are Cared for by the Local Authority.</p>

Family Time Policy (Contact with Parents/Adults and Siblings)

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Family Time Policy (Contact with Parents/Adults and Siblings)

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