Written questions

Family Proceedings: Research

Lords · Question HL3435 · Tabled 12 Dec 2024 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 20 Dec 2024

Question

Asked by Lord Farmer

To ask His Majesty's Government what research they have funded or plan to fund to investigate the effectiveness of non-court dispute resolution support services for families, including non-legal options such as separated parenting programmes and Voice of

Answer

Answered by Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede, 20 Dec 2024

The Government recognises the importance of supporting separating families, and where appropriate, helping them resolve their issues quickly and without the need to come to court.The Family Mediation Voucher Scheme continues to provide £500 towards the co...