We urge the UK Government to reform the family court system, CAFCASS

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the government to reform the family court system to eliminate bias against men, ensure fair treatment in custody and visitation decisions, review the use of the balance of probabilities in domestic violence cases, provide better mental health support for men involved in family court

We urge the government to reform the family court system by addressing gender bias, ensuring fair treatment for men in custody and visitation cases, reviewing the use of the balance of probabilities standard, providing mental health support for men in family court proceedings, and making legal aid more accessible to fathers facing financial hardship. These reforms are essential to ensure fairness, protect men’s rights, improve the well-being of families, and create a more just system for all.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

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Hold a public inquiry into the work of the Family Courts
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Review and reform Cafcass to address systemic failings and protect families
Review and reform Cafcass to address systemic failings and protect families

Timeline

31 Jan 2025	Petition opened for signatures
21 Mar 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 21 Mar 2025

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