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Member

Speaking in the House of Commons on 18 June 2025

Debate

Crime and Policing Bill

Contribution

Of further importance is that Bethan had to self-fund her case to severely restrict her daughter’s father’s parental rights, but that is not something that every parent will be able to achieve—and there are people without legal aid. Of course, the consideration most paramount is the safeguarding of the child and protecting the innocent victims, but this protection should not be available only to those who can afford it.

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