Jun 19, 2022
An investigation by The Observer has triggered calls for an inquiry into the use of unregulated psychological experts in the family courts. A group of MP’s, led by the victims’ commissioner for London, Claire Waxman, have written to the justice secretary,...
Jun 6, 2022
Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has said that thousands of divorcing couples will be able to avoid going to court through a £5.4 million extension of the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme. Launched in March last year and run by the Family Mediation Council (FMC),...
Mar 9, 2022
A new approach being piloted in family courts in North Wales and Dorset is set to provide better support for victims of domestic abuse. The pilot aims to improve communication and information sharing between local agencies such as the police, local authorities and the...