Archive of: July, 2020
The BBC has reported that parents and carers are concerned over family court backlogs following COVID-19.
The BBC investigated parents and carers stating they had been denied access to their children for months because of the impact of coronavirus on the family court system.
What is family mediation?
Mediation is the process by which families can negotiate about future arrangements for children or finances with the help of a neutral third party.
Addressing diversity issues in the legal professions
The SRA (Solicitor’s Regulatory Authority) has stated that a new independent report highlights ‘powerful potential’ of the SQE for diversity.
Cafcass issues revised protocols for seeing children and families during the Covid-19 pandemic
Cafcass notes that in many circumstances it is essential for a child to see a Family Court Adviser in-person,
Report from the Ministry of Justice Expert Panel on Harm in the Family Courts
The recent report aimed to assess the risk of harm to children and parents in private law children cases
Family stresses and tension during lockdown - record number of calls to NSPCC
The NSPCC and Children’s Society have called on the Government for more help.
Is technology the solution to improving access to family law services?
Improving access to family legal services has long been a goal for ensuring a fairer and more just legal system. Delays and costs can unfortunately hinder many accessing the legal support they need.