As we move into the country’s third national lockdown, you might find that you’re more familiar with the rapid changes to our daily routine than previously in March 2020. However, for some parents who have only more recently separated from their partner and find themselves navigating new child arrangements for the first time, it might […]

As we approach World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2020, we reflect upon the difficulties of the past 6 months, including tackling the realities of a global pandemic and a change to normality for most of us. As well as navigating the new ‘normal’ day-to-day, there are some who are also dealing with realities […]

Some parents, despite their best efforts, are unable to agree the arrangements for the children upon separation and a court application becomes necessary. The Child Arrangements Programme, which provides the court framework when there is a dispute regarding the arrangements for a child, is then navigated with matters usually concluding by way of a final […]

The President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, has given an interview to the BBC and reminded parents that the current pandemic should not be exploited or used to stop contact unnecessarily. You can read the full article here. Sir Andrew McFarlane reminds parents of the importance of keeping the child’s welfare their focus […]

The Government’s guidance has now evolved to ‘Staying at home and away from others’. For those in a situation of domestic abuse or at risk of domestic abuse, and home is often not a safe place, there may be questions about the services available and how the guidance will impact them. It’s important to remember […]

Further to our previous blog post on this topic, dated Wednesday 18 March 2020, the circumstances have undoubtedly moved on and the Government has now extended the advice and requirements surrounding Covid-19. It’s important that you keep up to date with the advice from the Government and the NHS and know the current updates, which […]

This is undoubtedly a period of adjustment for us all. However, for parents who are separated and have spent time carefully considering the arrangements for the children following their separation, or are still navigating the court system to finalise the arrangements, this period of disruption is likely to throw up additional challenges. To help you […]

In a recent landmark case the President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, ruled that a transgender man who gave birth to a child had to be named as the mother on the child’s Birth Certificate. The Case The Claimant was registered as a female at birth but transitioned to live as male, receiveing […]

When a relationship breaks down, and children are involved, it’s rarely just the parents’ time with the children that needs to be resolved, with grandparents are often left wondering about their own contact rights in relation to their grandchildren (especially if they have enjoyed regular time with them before). So what can you do if […]

It’s that time of year when we’re all dusting off our buckets and spades and getting ready for the long summer holidays. However, what happens if you are separated and have yet to agree how your children will spend their summer? Day-to-Day Arrangements You might want to use this time to discuss your children’s arrangements […]

‘Married at First Sight’ recently returned to our television screens for a fourth series. The concept of the show is literally in the title; potential candidates apply to be scientifically matched with their ‘perfect partner’ on paper, and the first time they will meet is at their wedding! After tying the knot, they are required […]

In circumstances where a child’s parents have separated and they are unable to reach an agreement about the arrangements for the child, either party may decide to apply to the Court for a Child Arrangements Order.  A Child Arrangements Order regulates who a child will live with and whether that child will spend time or […]