This is a form registering for FREE Project 17 training on challenging refusals of support for families with no recourse to public funds.
Training takes place from 10AM-4:30PM
Filling in this form does not guarantee you a space on the training. We will get back to you within two weeks to confirm your space.
For further enquiries, or if you are no longer able to attend, please email
miranda.lickert@project17.org.uk**If the training you were hoping to attend is no longer visible on the form, it means it is full**
This is a more advanced course for those who have attended Project 17's supporting families with no recourse to public fund training, or for those who regularly make Section 17 referrals. The course focuses on getting the best outcomes for families requesting support from local authorities. It helps advisers prepare clients for assessments, anticipate refusals, and challenge negative decisions.
Learning outcomes include:
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An understanding of the current of future legal framework for local authority support
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The ability to prepare effective referrals for support
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The ability to anticipate reasons for refusing support
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The confidence to challenge refusals of support
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Knowing when to refer clients to community care solicitors
The course will cover:
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Overview of the legal framework
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Common reasons for refusing support
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Preparing effective referrals to minimise refusals
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Responding to refusals and failures to assess
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Accessing legal advice and representation