Ms Freda McKittrick:

It is important to stress, in terms of what we are doing, children's rights and the voice in court, that we also act in children's best interests. We advocate and lobby within the social work system and the court system for resources, better care plans for children, interventions and therapy for children. It is not just about going to court and giving the child's views. It is about ensuring that the child's interests are at the heart of decision making.