Petition · Ministry of Justice

Launch an independent inquiry into family court’s handling of domestic abuse

Open for signatures 23 signatures

What the petition asks

We call on the Government to launch an independent inquiry into the family court system regarding their handling of domestic abuse allegations.
We are asking for the inquiry to include:
 Investigating decisions made in domestic abuse-related family court cases to identify failures in protecting victims and children.
 Mandatory evidence-based trauma training for all judges and professionals whose assessments influence court outcomes.
 A full review of the welfare checklist to prioritise child and adult safety over the presumption of contact with an abusive parent.

Timeline

10 Jun 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 23
Status Open for signatures
Department Ministry of Justice
Opened 10 Jun 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.