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2025 Agenda

Community Care Live

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How to provide quality written and oral evidence to assist the court

08 Oct 2025
Essex Theatre
Legal , Children and Families

This session is designed to provide social workers with an understanding of the court structure, how to meet the burden and standards of proof required in court proceedings and how to provide the court with quality written and oral evidence at contested hearings; all within the context of the increasing demands placed upon professionals by the Public Law Outline. 

Attend this session to:

  • Understand the court structure and stages of the Public Law Outline
  • Meet the requisite burden and standard of evidential proof in your evidence, recognise what constitutes 'evidence' and how to produce persuasive written evidence
  • Recognise how best to prepare for going to court to give evidence and be cross-examined
Speakers
Bruce Tregoning, barrister and trainer - Talking Life

Event Partner

Essex County Council Logo

Testimonials

  • The event was exceptionally well-organised, with a clear structure that made it easy to follow. The sessions were insightful, offering valuable perspectives and practical knowledge that I can apply in my professional role.
  • The day was powerful, with a positive impact on my learning and practice.
  • It was just what I needed, a chance to network, reflect and learn with colleagues from across the profession
  • Great variety of learning available both in presentations, theatre and guided conversations all relevant to my own working experience.
  • My experience was incredibly positive and far exceeded my expectations. I found myself enjoying the event much more than I anticipated.”
  • A great chance to share the joy of social work with new and familiar colleagues
  • It opened my mind to the different career paths and also the diverse ways in using the strengths approach in Social Work
  • Very glad I have finally had the opportunity to attend such an insightful day.

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