Trinity Children Law specialist, Justin Gray in his most recent article published by Local Government Lawyer, outlines imminent reforms to cross-border placements of children in Scotland.
The article entitled 'Cross-Border Placements of Children' explores the Cross‑Border Placement of Children (Requirements, Effect and Enforcement) (Scotland) Regulations 2026 which come into force from Monday 9 February.
These regulations represent the most significant reform in decades to the legal status and oversight of children from England and Wales placed in Scotland. Their central aim is clear: to ensure that the welfare of these children is monitored, safeguarded and promoted within the Scottish system, and that their legal status is properly recognised under Scots law.
The full article can be found here.
Justin Gray regularly delivers seminars and articles on the complex and ever evolving area of cross-border placements. He is also consistently recognised in the leading directories, recent entries include:
"His expertise in public law children matters is unrivalled in the region. He particularly stands out for his knowledge and expertise of local authority statutory responsibilities towards children."
Chambers & Partners 2026
"Justin is the sharpest barrister on circuit with a super brain on all matters relating to jurisdiction and a go-to for any children case with an international element. He is silk material and he is excellent at explaining incredibly complex jurisdictional issues in a way that is easily understandable."
Legal 500 2026