1.   A serving probation officer employed full-time in that capacity can not act as a guardian ad litem.

2.   Karen Davies, solicitor, for the guardian ad litem.

3.   Meanwhile, the guardian ad litem appointed on behalf of the children was preparing her report.

4.   The fourth defendant, T., who was unconscious, was represented by the Official Solicitor as guardian ad litem.

5.   William Helfrecht for the guardian ad litem.

6.   A guardian ad litem has no personal liability for costs unless occasioned by his personal negligence or misconduct.