April 2026 has already seen significant developments in the family justice system, including a change in leadership and major reforms. The President has retired Sir Andrew McFarlane retired on 14 April 2026 as President of the Family Division, Head of Family Justice, and President of the Court of Protection, after eight… Continue reading
Take away lessons for social workers and CAFCASS officers involved in private law proceedings. This legal blog discusses the case of Re Hesketh (Contempt in the Face of the Court) [2025] that highlights how judges can respond to an aggressive and abusive parent in the family court. With more and more parents acting… Continue reading
This legal blog is part 1 of an exploration of a series of private children act case law, highlighting the complexities that can arise in private law proceedings. As a children’s social worker or as a Cafcass officer, have you ever been told this is an easy case, it is only… Continue reading
