Petition · Ministry of Justice

Review family court legal aid for working mothers who've survived domestic abuse

Closed 72 signatures

What the petition asks

We believe the legal aid means test is outdated, unfair and doesn't reflect the cost of living. We are concerned that women are being trapped in unsafe situations or denied justice as they earn slightly too much on paper. No mother should have to choose between safety and justice due to her salary.
We're calling for a fairer system to protect mothers and children. Government should review family court legal aid for mothers who have survived domestic abuse. We urge Government to raise the legal aid threshold so more working mothers can access aid. Government should also introduce an emergency legal aid voucher scheme for survivors just above the threshold to contribute towards legal costs. The review should consider how the process for survivors to prove abuse and access legal aid can be simplified.

Timeline

24 Sep 2025 Petition opened for signatures
24 Mar 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 72
Status Closed
Department Ministry of Justice
Opened 24 Sep 2025
Closed 24 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 16 Aug 2026.