Written questions

Parenting Orders

Commons · Question 2336 · Tabled 18 May 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 27 May 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Snowden

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the proposed expansion of Parenting Orders will include the introduction of additional powers for courts.

Answer

Answered by Jake Richards, 27 May 2026

We want to ensure parents work effectively with Youth Justice Services to prevent offending and support the rehabilitation of children in the justice system. To this end, we are exploring options to drive forward the effective use of parenting orders as a...