 | The Royal Family@Work III_Part III Part 3 Prince Charles' eldest son, Prince William is learning the ropes of making the most of public appearances as is expected of a future King. Mentors and advisors at hand to guide the young Royals through the process of being an effective, useful and efficient member of the court and society. Representing and managing the Monarchy, the common wealth and the importance of following each one's own talents and interest whilst supporting worthwhile charities and funding programs are common denominators. "Prince Andrew, The Duke of York, is the first son of a Monarch to lobby on behalf of British business." Barcelona's telephony trade fair was the backdrop for a demonstration of HRH's natural flair for communications and relaxed confident approach to any project related to his current appointment. Prince Harry following suit and no less charming and dedicated than older Royal brother and mentor, Prince William. Well mannered and well dressed gentlemen are modern role models and contemporaries of this century's youth. |
 | Family justice: what we can do to protect our children Part3 Family justice: what we can do to protect our children A ten-point plan to make our courts system fairer Camilla Cavendish, The Times Online, July 9 2008. Part 3 I believe that wholesale reforms are needed, which can be summed up in ten points: 1. Open family courts to the press in all but exceptional circumstances (as recommended by the Constitutional Affairs Select Committee). 2.Let any parent or carer accused of abuse call any witnesses they need in their defence. At the moment, they are routinely refused permission to do so. 3.Give automatic permission for parents who are refused legal aid to get a lay adviser to help them present their case. This is routinely refused. 4.Remove the restrictions that prevent families from talking about their case (as recommended by the Constitutional Affairs Select Committee). 5.Review the definition of emotional abuse across local authorities, to make sure that it cannot become a catch-all for overzealous officials. 6.Provide an automatic right for parents to receive copies of case conference notes and all evidence used against them in court, just as they would in a criminal trial. 7.Create an independent body to oversee the actions of social services, with proper sanctions. If that body is to be the General Social Care Council, make it easier for parents to go directly to that body rather than having to face delays from the local authority. 8.Let children in care waive their right to privacy if they wish to speak out. For gagging children is surely not consistent with promoting their welfare. 9.Restructure CAFCASS, the Family Court Advisory Service, from being an organisation that reports on the parents to the courts to one that actively promotes the parenting needs of children. The primary focus should cease to be assisting the court process. It should be diverting parents away from contested hearings into the making of parenting plans. 10.Review the recent legal aid cut-backs that are deterring lawyers from taking on these complex family cases. It is quite wrong that desperate parents are unable to find a lawyer to help them in their time of need. Thank you for listening. As Jeremy Bentham said, where there is no publicity, there is no justice. If you support these ideas, please do go online, support our campaign and e-mail your MP. |
 | Justice for Families Lobby 12-11-07 (part1) John Hemming MP Families for Justice, John Hemming MP, 'AGENDA' (Part 1 of 6) Strategy for change, Mackenzie Friends, Lay Advisor, Support Issues, Capacity Law, Medical and Other Experts, House of Lords, Habeas Corpus, Solicitors, Court Judgements, Mothers, Fathers, Grandparents, Family Members |
 | Justice for Families Lobby 12-11-07 (part2) John Hemming MP Families for Justice, John Hemming MP, 'AGENDA' (Part 2 of 6) Strategy for change, Mackenzie Friends, Lay Advisor, Support Issues, Capacity Law, Medical and Other Experts, House of Lords, Habeas Corpus, Solicitors, Court Judgements, Mothers, Fathers, Grandparents, Family Members |
 | Justice for Families Lobby 12-11-07 (part3) John Hemming MP Families for Justice, John Hemming MP, 'AGENDA' (Part 3 of 6) Strategy for change, Mackenzie Friends, Lay Advisor, Support Issues, Capacity Law, Medical and Other Experts, House of Lords, Habeas Corpus, Solicitors, Court Judgements, Mothers, Fathers, Grandparents, Family Members |
 | Islam & Apostasy We are familiar with the violent side of Islam. Here is a video grab from Aljazeera TV which shows Islam's inhumane side where a woman is not only denied her right to embrace the religion of her choice but also a life with her family. This happens in "moderate" and "progressive" Malaysia. It doesn't matter what Islam preaches, it's how it is practised. In Malaysia, apostates are fined and jailed and are forced to undergo Islamic indoctrination in rehabilitation centres. Eventhough the Malaysian Federal Constitution (the supreme law of Malaysia which all laws, including Syariah laws, must be infra vires to it) guarantees freedom of religious belief as in Article 11, the Malaysian government through its Islamic enforcement departments and also some Muslim civil court judges are denying Malaysians this fundamental human right. These civil court judges are even forcing non-Muslims to seek "justice" from Syariah courts which according to the law are meant for Muslims only. Such illegal judgements and the usurping of the Federal Constitution are being condoned by the Malaysian government. Can you believe that even the law lecturer in the video said that the supreme law of Malaysia (the Federal Constitution) has to be in line with Syariah laws whereas shouldn't the opposite be obvious? And the Islamic advisor to the Malaysian government, on record, said that apostasy can be punishable by death in Islam! Islamophobia? Open your eyes and ears and judge for yourself! To those who claim that there is no forcing in Islam and that Islam allows the freedom of religious belief, I challenge you to go to Malaysia NOW and help free these victims and change the Malaysian Syariah so that it is in accordance with "true" Islamic teaching and basic human rights! |
 | Justice for Families Lobby 12-11-07 (part5) John Hemming MP Families for Justice, John Hemming MP, 'AGENDA' (Part 5 of 6) Strategy for change, Mackenzie Friends, Lay Advisor, Support Issues, Capacity Law, Medical and Other Experts, House of Lords, Habeas Corpus, Solicitors, Court Judgements, Mothers, Fathers, Grandparents, Family Members |
 | The Debt Trap One in every 60 U.S. households filed for bankruptcy in 2005. It's likely someone in your family, a neighbor down the block or a co-worker in your office is in bankruptcy court. It's not just an American problem either. Scotland has had a 33% rise in people losing there homes. For every $100 an Australian earns, they owe $130. What about you? Have you experienced difficulty paying every bill on time? Would you say that your financial house is in order? Stay tuned to Beyond Today as we discuss the problem of and the solutions to "The Debt Trap". |
 | Justice for Families Lobby 12-11-07 (part6) John Hemming MP Families for Justice, John Hemming MP, 'AGENDA' (Part 6 of 6) Strategy for change, Mackenzie Friends, Lay Advisor, Support Issues, Capacity Law, Medical and Other Experts, House of Lords, Habeas Corpus, Solicitors, Court Judgements, Mothers, Fathers, Grandparents, Family Members |
 | Every Day A New Beginning - Part 1 (The Friends and Families Network) Promotional Video for The Friends and Families Network in West Sussex. The Families and Friends Project provides relatives, and anyone else who may be affected by someones substance misuse, with a number of free and confidential options: * Information about drugs and alcohol * Advice and information about what you can do and where you can go if you are affected by someone elses substance use * Contact with other people who are going through a similar experience through local support groups and /or drop in services * Individual 1-1 support * Freephone telephone helpline open 7 days a week, 10am to 10pm. Contact PATCHED on 0800 085 4450 * Training and workshops to families AND to services working with families affected by drugs and alcohol * Annual conference Emotional Rollercoaster with various workshops and presentations. Project Co-ordinator, Jane Brown, said: Living with a drug or alcohol user can create a lot of stress and tension. The project is there to offer help and advice on ways to cope with someones drinking or drug taking. Family and friends can also play an important role in helping someone to recover from their addiction. We want to tackle the discrimination and stigma families and friends have to face and ensure there is support available when they need it. For more information please contact the Families and Friends project on 01243 382940 The Families and Friends Project provide a quarterly newsletter. To download the most recent newsletter click here. The drop in services aims to provide a safe place, where people can receive free information and support from a team of friendly advisors. There is also a support group that meets monthly in Southwick. Refreshments are provided and our friendly volunteer advisors are well trained and non judgemental. There is also a confidential policy so people can speak in confidence. The drop ins take place at: The Place drop in - Worthing 24 Marine Place, Worthing (next to the Yoga Centre) BN11 3DN. Anytime between 5.30 and 7pm every Tuesday. Park Barn drop in - Horsham North Street, Horsham (opposite The Capitol, behind New Park House) RH12 1RL. Anytime between 5.30 and 7pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday in the month. The Hub drop in - Bognor The Hub Community Centre, on the corner of Queensway and Canada Grove, Bognor. PO21 1QL Anytime between 1pm and 2.30pm on Thursday lunchtimes. The Orchard drop in - Crawley Gleneagles Court, Brighton Road, Southgate, Crawley RH10 6AD. Anytime between 12.30pm and 2pm on Monday lunchtimes. Friends and Family Support Southwick The Corner House, 45 Southwick Street (opposite Southwick Community Centre and Barn Theatre), Southwick BN42 4TH. Meet on the 1st Thursday of every month, from 7.30pm til 9pm. Friends and Family Support Littlehampton 1. Clarence Room, The Diary, Church Street, Littlehampton, BN17 5PU. Meet on the 1st Friday of every month, from 1pm to 2.30pm. 2. Community Room 2, Wickbourne Centre, Clun Road, Littlehampton, BN17 7DZ. Anytime between 1pm and 3pm on the 3rd Friday in every month. © 2005 West Sussex DAAT |
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