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*'''Hear the child reports''' are prepared by lawyers, counsellors and social workers. These reports just describe what a child says during an interview with an expert. They do not evaluate the child’s wishes or provide opinions about the accuracy of those wishes. | *'''Hear the child reports''' are prepared by lawyers, counsellors and social workers. These reports just describe what a child says during an interview with an expert. They do not ''evaluate'' the child’s wishes or provide opinions about the accuracy of those wishes. | ||
*'''Views of the child reports''' are prepared by a Family Justice Counselor, Psychologist, Counsellor, or Parenting Coordinator, and will include some evaluation. They will often give an opinion on the reliability of the child’s statements. For example, does the child understand the implication of their wishes, or have they been coached? Views of the child reports may also include recommendations. | *'''Views of the child reports''' are prepared by a Family Justice Counselor, Psychologist, Counsellor, or Parenting Coordinator, and will include some evaluation. They will often give an opinion on the reliability of the child’s statements. For example, does the child understand the implication of their wishes, or have they been coached? Views of the child reports may also include recommendations. | ||
