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The Independent Review Mechanism (England)

The Independent Review Mechanism was launched on 30th April 2004. It is being operated by BAAF on behalf of the DfES. The Independent Review Mechanism (IRM) is a review process, conducted by a panel, which prospective adopters can use when they have been told that their adoption agency does not propose to approve them as suitable to adopt a child.

Operation of the Independent Review Mechanism for Adoption and Fostering for England (IRM)

The awarding authority wishes to invite expressions of interest to operate the Independent Review Mechanism for Adoption and Fostering for England. For further information visit the DCSF website here.

Information for adopters
  Could you apply for a review?
If your adoption agency does not propose to approve you as suitable to adopt a child or proposals to withdraw its earlier approval you can ask for a review.
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Information for agencies
  Information for agencies
Do you work for a Voluntary Adoption Agency or Local Authority and want to know more?
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Where are the panels held?
  Where are the panels held?
Panels are held in Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, London, Manchester and Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
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  Elaine Dibben, IRM Contract Manager
Elaine Dibben the IRM Contract Manager
by telephone on 0121 766 8086 or by email: irm@baaf.org.uk
Address:
Dolphin House, 54 Coventry Road, Birmingham B10 0RX
Tel: 0121 766 8086 | Fax: 0121 766 8557 | Email: irm@baaf.org.uk
The IRM is operated by BAAF on behalf of the DCSF
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