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Recommendation 7

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These new clauses merely reflect what ought to, but sadly often does not, happen to...

Conclusion
These new clauses merely reflect what ought to, but sadly often does not, happen to consider and respect the rights of the child when a primary carer is sentenced. We hope that their inclusion in statute will help to ensure that the rights of these children are not ignored in the future.
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Government Response

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