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In a very sensitive and thought out judgment, Sir Andrew McFarlane P grapples with the very difficult and complex issues that often accompany forced marriage cases and the tension between the need for protection and love and loyalty to the family.
This information sheet provides guidance to members dealing with suspected cases of female genital mutilation. A potential victim may only have one chance to ask for help. You may only have one chance to provide help so it is important to get it right on the first occasion. It provides screening questions, information on terminology and information about other useful organisations.
A forced marriage is one which takes place without the full and free consent of both parties.