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Family Proceedings

Commons · Question 126494 · Tabled 10 Apr 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 20 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Jas Athwal

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that family courts safeguard the wellbeing of both parents and children.

Answer

Answered by Alex Davies-Jones, 20 Apr 2026

This Government is committed to ensuring that families involved in private family law proceedings receive the support they need and we are delivering a package of reforms to strengthen their wellbeing and safety throughout the process.A key part of this r...