England's Family Court Overhaul: Kids First
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England and Wales are revamping their Family Court system, focusing on children in custody battles. This shift, led by top family judge Sir Andrew McFarlane, aims to prioritize childrens needs from the start. The new approach involves a Cafcass social worker meeting with the child and parents early on, providing a report to the judge. Pilots have shown promising results, cutting backlogs and speeding up cases. The change is praised for prioritizing childrens safety and well-being, but groups like the Association of Lawyers for Children stress the need for real funding for legal aid and Cafcass.
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