The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has recently turned its attention to systemic problems within family court systems worldwide. A key concern is how these courts handle cases involving domestic violence and child custody. The UK’s family courts have come under scrutiny for their approach to these sensitive issues, raising questions about the protection of victims and the welfare of children. This post explores the impact of the UNHRC’s focus on the UK’s family c

Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales, Nicole Jacobs has expressed the need for significant reforms within the family court system to better protect survivors of domestic abuse. She highlighted issues such as the cross-examination of survivors by their abusers during court proceedings and the overall response of the family court system to cases involving domestic abuse. In various interviews and public statements, Jacobs emphasized the importance of creating a saf

In this article from the Law Society Gazette it is clear that court professionals know whats happening in Family Courts. It would be easy...

The dark brown wood of the pew in front of her stares back with dead eyes, the straight-line grooves blurring as tears form at the edge...

Review will examine how courts balance child safety and right to family life. We can't help feeling this is another delay tactic. So many...

MESSAGE TO FAMILY COURT FROM A MOTHER ‘I am mute from the pain and fear and the enforced silence. My mind is no longer mine, it takes...

IMPORTANT REPORT! MINISTRY OF JUSTICE Report here: Assessing Risk of Harm to Children and Parents in Private Law Children Cases Final Report

This the Plan here Assessing Risk of Harm to Children and Parents in Private Law Children Cases Implementation Plan

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