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Cafcass, Domestic Abuse Allegations and Fact-Finding: Lessons from Re D

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The Court of Appeal’s decision in D (Change of Circumstances: Domestic Abuse Allegations) [2026] EWCA Civ 969 explains that Cafcass can assess safeguarding risks but cannot treat disputed allegations as established facts. The judgment highlights when fact-finding may need reconsideration, the importance of the welfare checklist and practical issues for litigants in person responding to section 7 reports.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

When a Child Says “No Contact”

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A child saying they do not want contact with a parent is important evidence — but it does not always answer the welfare question. This article examines PD12J, domestic abuse, indirect contact, Cafcass, wishes and feelings, contact breakdown and why understanding how a child reached their position can be just as important as recording the position itself.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Family Court Changes August 2026: What Parents Need to Know

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Important family justice changes are taking effect this summer. JSH Law explains the new rules for expert witnesses, revised FHDRA listing guidance, the growing legal-aid gap, pressure on Cafcass and why AI-generated material must be checked before it reaches the court.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Your Family Court Case Is Taking Too Long: How to Stop Delay Damaging Your Child and Your Position

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Has your family court case stalled while your child’s life continues to change? This guide explains why delay matters, what the Children Act 1989 says, how to distinguish necessary delay from avoidable drift, and the practical steps litigants in person can take to protect their position and keep the court focused on the child.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Latest UK Family Court News for Litigants in Person: What Parents Need to Know Now

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The family court is changing quickly. This practical guide explains the latest UK family court developments for litigants in person, including Child Focused Courts, new bundle guidance, Cafcass pressures and proposed reforms to the presumption of parental involvement.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Shocking, But Not Surprising: What the Latest Family Court Figures Reveal About Parents Going It Alone

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Cafcass recorded 42,172 new private law children’s cases involving 63,879 children between April 2025 and March 2026. At the same time, the Law Society reports that in 47% of private family law cases in 2025, both parties appeared without lawyers. This article explores what those figures mean for parents representing themselves in child arrangements proceedings — and why practical, court-ready support matters.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Child-Focused Courts: What the New Family Court Model Really Means for Parents and Litigants in Person

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The family court is changing. With Child Focused Courts rolling out across England and Wales, parents and litigants in person need to understand what this new model really means—and how to prepare properly.

Family Court Hearing Types Explained (England & Wales)

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Family Court proceedings move through defined stages, and each hearing has a specific purpose. If you are representing yourself in private children proceedings, understanding whether you are attending an FHDRA, directions hearing, fact-finding, DRA, final hearing or enforcement hearing is critical. Each type of hearing focuses on different issues — from safeguarding and interim arrangements to testing allegations or making final decisions under the Children Act 1989. Many litigants in person lose credibility simply because they prepare for the wrong objective. This guide explains the main Family Court hearing types in England and Wales, what the judge is deciding at each stage, and how you should prepare. Clarity about process gives you structure, and structure strengthens your position.