Support your children in understanding change<\/b> \u2013 Transparent, age-appropriate discussion with your children about what\u2019s happening can reduce fear and confusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\u00a0<\/h2>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#064239″ admin_label=”FAQ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#064239″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Q1. What will change with the presumption of parental involvement?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
A: The Government plans to remove the legal presumption that a parent\u2019s involvement furthers a child\u2019s welfare. Courts will no longer start by assuming contact with both parents is best; they will assess what is safe and in the child\u2019s interests in each case.<\/p>\n
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A: Not necessarily. Safe, beneficial contact can still happen. The difference is the starting point: the court will scrutinise risk and welfare first, rather than assuming contact is appropriate.<\/p>\n
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A: Not yet (October 2025). The presumption still exists in statute. The Government has committed to repeal it when parliamentary time allows, and practice is shifting towards child safety as the priority.<\/p>\n
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A: Risk should now be given greater weight. Evidence of abuse (e.g., police logs, protective orders, reports from social care\/schools) can support decisions for supervised, indirect, or no contact where necessary to protect the child.<\/p>\n
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A: It\u2019s a major step, not a complete solution. Training, culture change, and better data are still needed. The direction of travel is toward child safety and trauma-informed decisions.<\/p>\n
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A: Seek advice from a solicitor experienced in domestic abuse. Keep a clear record of incidents, safeguarding concerns, and the child\u2019s wishes\/feelings (age-appropriate). Build a child-centred case with your support network and stay updated on local court practice.<\/p>\n
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