A child must always have special measures put in place for them. The wishes of the child are specifically taken into account under the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999, s.21(4) (as amended)

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Under the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999, s.21(4) (as amended), it is not that a child must always have special measures put in place for them; rather, the Act allows for the possibility of special measures to be used to assist vulnerable or intimidated witnesses (which can include children) in giving evidence. The decision to use special measures is based on the needs of the witness and the specifics of the case, not an automatic provision for all children.

A Child Must Always Have Special Measures Put in Place