Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 111911
Family Courts: Children
Tabled: 9 February 2026
Answered: 17 February 2026
Question
Steve Darling
Liberal Democrat — Torbay
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he plans to reform the family court system to ensure children's best interests are prioritised.
Answer
Alex Davies-JonesThe Children Act 1989 states that the welfare of the child is the court’s paramount consideration when making decisions in relation to a child's upbringing. This Government is committed to reform of the family court to improve the experience and outcomes ...
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