Children's Legal Centre

05/05/2026

🚨 Last chance to book your place for tomorrow’s Lunch & Learn – Legal Spotlight 🚨

🔉 “The vanishing numbers of ALN pupils in Wales”
🎤 Presented by the fabulous Christopher McFarland, Sinclairslaw
📅 Tomorrow – 06.05.2026

Join us for what promises to be an insightful discussion on the changing landscape of Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision in Wales, exploring the key legal and educational implications behind the declining numbers.

📍 Secure your place now via Eventbrite:
👉 https://lnkd.in/eQDF-vd8

20/04/2026

We had a great session at Blaenymaes tonight, talking about the laws around Sexting. Lots of really good discussions about healthy relationships, and a few questions for our ‘We were wondering’ mini blog series. Watch this space for answers…

16/04/2026

Thanks to Gorseinon for inviting me in to talk about the laws around sexting, as part of their healthy relationships focus!

25/03/2026

Today we’re at the conference, Voices in Action Putting Participation at the heart of change.

23/03/2026

🎉 We’re delighted to launch our brand-new Legal Spotlight: Lunch & Learn Series at the Children's Legal Centre Wales! 🎉

This webinar series will initially focus on education law in Wales, bringing together outstanding legal professionals from leading firms and chambers to share their expertise, insights, and real-world experience.

Upcoming sessions:
🔉 “The Vanishing Numbers of ALN Statements” – Christopher McFarland, Sinclairslaw (06.05.2026)
🔉 “Key Differences Between School-Maintained IDPs and Local Authority-Maintained IDPs and Where the Right to Appeals Sits” – Ffion Davies, Geldards LLP (03.06.2026)
🔉 “School Exclusions and Access to Education” – Cathrine Grubb, Civitas Chambers (02.09.2026)

Each session will spotlight key developments in Welsh law, offering valuable perspectives on the rights of children and young people and the evolving education landscape in Wales.

💻 Join us online from wherever you are – whether you're a solicitor, barrister, student, educator, or working in a related field, this series is a fantastic CPD opportunity and a chance to deepen your understanding of this vital area of practice.

📅 Secure your place via Eventbrite:
👉 The Vanishing Numbers of ALN pupils in Wales: https://lnkd.in/eQDF-vd8
👉 IDPs & Rights of Appeal: https://lnkd.in/e_KP_RRU
👉 School Exclusions & Access to Education: https://lnkd.in/eh3pjGgV

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading voices in education law, connect with peers, and be part of important conversations shaping the future of children’s rights in Wales.

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17/03/2026

We’re pleased to share this Human Rights Education Now! podcast, featuring our founder and Chair, Professor Emeritus Jane Williams.

A thoughtful, inspiring listen for anyone working to advance children’s rights.

17/03/2026

We’re pleased to share the latest episode of the Human Rights Education Now! podcast, featuring our founder and Chair, Professor Emeritus Jane Williams Swansea University

In this conversation, Jane reflects on her lifelong commitment to children’s rights, her role in shaping children’s rights legislation in Wales, and the development of initiatives such as the Children’s Legal Centre Wales. She also explores the importance of embedding children’s rights into law, education, and democratic participation.

A thoughtful and inspiring listen for anyone working to advance children’s rights.

🎧 Listen here:

Professor Emeritus Jane Williams has built a distinguished career spanning legal practice, government legal service, academia, and civil society activism. She played a pivotal role in securing legislation on the rights of the child in Wales and wa...

16/03/2026

🚸 What do children and young people in Wales say they need from legal support today? 🚸

A new blog from Children's Legal Centre Wales highlights our recent research which shows why listening to young people is essential when designing legal information and support that truly works for them.

Too often, children struggle to access clear, child-friendly information about their rights or the legal help available when problems arise. When we take the time to listen, young people tell us exactly what would make a difference.

This blog explores:
⚖️ Why accessible, youth-friendly legal information matters
🗣️ The importance of genuinely hearing children’s voices
🤝 How legal support services can better meet young people’s needs

Listening to children is not just good practice. It’s central to protecting rights, improving access to justice, and building systems that work for the people they are meant to serve.

🔎 Read the blog:

https://childrenslegalcentre.wales/listening-to-children-in-wales-what-young-people-say-they-need-from-legal-support-today/

Thanks to all the wonderful young people that gave us their time and Paul Hamlyn Foundation for their support in our Youth Engagement and Education work.

What do children and young people in Wales want to know about the law today? And how do they want to access legal support when they need it? These were the ...

06/11/2025

Thanks so much to all the young people and staff at Gorseinon Youth Club for such a lovely welcome. It was great to chat with you about areas of the law that are affecting young people. I’ve taken away lots of ideas to work on! Also, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts on our Young People’s Survey! I’m looking forward to coming back to deliver some legal education sessions with you in the near future! Thanks to for funding us to be able to carry out this essential work!

05/11/2025

Thanks to the young people and staff at RAY Ceredigion for the warm welcome last night. It was great to talk to the young people and their legal rights linked to Mental Health and Identity.