Separated Parents and Covid-19

The government has issued guidance on staying at home and away from others…

The guidance can be found by visiting https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others#fn:1

What does this mean for separated parents?

Parents who are separated are able to transport their children between their homes.

The Government guidance outlines …

Where parents do not live in the same household, children under 18 can be moved between their parents’ homes.

The guidance does not however stipulate that children must be moved between homes, and it is vital that you assess the situation and the potential risks before making a decisions on this.

Take a moment to review the full guidance to familiarise yourself with the current restrictions that have been imposed and the reasons why such action was necessary.

If you have a Child Arrangements Order in place or are troubled about contact in general please do get in touch.

Gemma Richardson