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Does a CHILD Appellant have to attend First Tier Tribunal

Posted: Sun Jul 23, 2017 7:56 pm
by noneeadory
Hi there, need some urgent help.

My daughter and I are appellants (PR refused) and our Appeal Hearing is on 3rd August.

My daughter is 11 years old and does not want to attend - she is scared and worried and is now constantly in tears.

Of course I will be attending as will my niece (sponsor) and her husband (witness).

BUT DOES MY 11 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER HAVE TO ATTEND?

If she doesn't will that be a problem.

Would there be any consequences?

Thank you and best regards,
Dory

Re: Does a CHILD Appellant have to attend First Tier Tribuna

Posted: Sun Jul 23, 2017 9:16 pm
by Obie
Child appellant don't need to attend, the adult parent or guardian can attend on their behalf. Judges don't tend to like children in court during hearing.

Re: Does a CHILD Appellant have to attend First Tier Tribuna

Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 7:38 pm
by noneeadory
Thank you for your reply Obie,

I was hoping that was the case - you have made my mind easier.

Best regards, Durafe