Teens bring challenge against Child and Family Agency

Judgement has been reserved at the High Court in an action over the policy of the Child and Family Agency in relation to the placement of at-risk children in special care units.

The actions, which have been opposed by the Child and Family Agency (CFA) have been brought on behalf of two teenage boys, who the court heard have been living chaotic lifestyles resulting in their lives, health and safety being put at risk.