Insights

On 21 May 2026, the UK Government published a plan to improve Children’s Social Care, titled ‘Delivering the Children’s Social Care reset’, following the passage of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026. The Government describes the Act as a major and...

Cafcass has published data for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, showing a marked increase in demand across children cases in England. The figures highlight the continuing pressure on the family justice system and the growing number of children and families...

A new Financial Remedies Guide 2026 has been issued with the approval of the President of the Family Division. In simple terms, this is important guidance for judges and lawyers dealing with the financial side of divorce and separation. It does not change the law....

At Staffordshire Family Law, we believe no two families are the same, and the court process should reflect that by offering the right support for neurodivergent children and adults. In this insight, Charlotte Hirst a trainee solicitor at Staffordshire Family Law...

When a young person is involved in care proceedings, it can feel like decisions are being made about them in a room they never enter, using words they don’t understand, by people they’ve never met. That sense of distance can be upsetting—especially when the outcome...

The New Year is often a time of reflection. As the pace of everyday life slows over the holidays, many people take stock of their relationships, their happiness, and what they want the next chapter of their lives to look like. For some, this period of reflection...

Over the next few weeks, the Pathfinder programme is to be rolled out within the Midlands after successful pilots. The Private Law Pathfinder pilot is reshaping how the Family Court manages private children law disputes in England and Wales, with the Midlands and now...

When you’re going through a divorce or separation and need to sort out finances, it can feel overwhelming. There are different ways to reach an agreement, and it’s important to know what each option means for you and your family. Here’s a simple guide to the three...

For many years, family courts in England and Wales have operated largely behind closed doors. The intention has always been to protect the privacy of children and families at the heart of sensitive disputes. However, this necessary confidentiality has also led to...

What You Need to Know If you’re involved in a family court case—maybe about your children, divorce, or another family issue—you might be wondering what you can talk about outside of court. The rules are strict, and sharing the wrong information can get you into...