Family Courts: Children
Commons · Question 111911 · Tabled 9 Feb 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record
Answered 17 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Steve Darling
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
Answered by Alex Davies-Jones, 17 Feb 2026
The 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 ...