If you are taking part in your child’s Hearing virtually, it is important you get the information and support you need.

Virtual Hearings are held online via Microsoft Teams. If you are due to participate in your child’s Virtual Hearing, you will receive a letter from the Reporter providing you with more information about the Hearing and how to join it.

If you need to contact your Reporter, email addresses and phone numbers are available in the contact us section of our website. Just click on the office location section to find your local office.

There’s lots of information about Virtual Hearings on our website. We also have a short visual guide for children.

Questions and answers

If you are participating in a virtual Hearing, you might have some questions beforehand. We have provided some Q&As which might help you.

Top tips

If you are taking part in a virtual Hearing, we have prepared some top tips to help you in advance. Watch our short animation to find out more.

Getting help and support

If you are taking part in your Hearing virtually, it is important you get the help and support you need before and during your Hearing. There are lots of people and organisations who can help you:

Advocacy
You can find a list of all the Advocacy Organisations in your area at:
www.siaa.org.uk/find-advocate/

Legal representatives:
You can find a list of Legal Representatives in your area at:
www.slab.org.uk/new-to-legal-aid/find-a-solicitor/

Parentline:
You can contact Parentline on 08000 28 22 33 or at:
www.children1st.org.uk/parentline

Other supports

You can contact the Reporter if you have any questions; their telephone number and email address can be found in the letter you were sent and in the email with information about Vscene.

You can also contact your Social Worker, who should be able to offer you support and advice.