At the Central London Branch of BPM we offer an array of child centric services aimed to uphold children's right to maintain contact with both parents.
House of Lords calls for a review of child maintenance calculations following consultation with Both Parents Matter.
A step toward a fairer CMS system that reflects real family realities.
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Boys need dads — not more demonisation.
The data is clear: boys are falling behind in school, twice as likely to be unemployed, and over 3x more likely to take their own lives. Real change starts with honesty, responsibility, and support.
Read more: https://t.co/DxCOiihNWL
Evidently, Britain’s family court system discriminates against men, and we need to start talking about it.
Thousands of loving fathers are being pushed out of their children’s lives - not because they are unfit, not because they have done anything wrong, but because the system is built on outdated and inaccurate assumptions.
If a relationship breaks down, the default assumption of the family courts is still overwhelmingly that mum is the primary parent and dad is a visitor - someone to be slotted in every other weekend, maybe a Wednesday evening if he’s lucky. I get so many messages about it, from depressed and angry fathers. It's grim.
How is that in the best interests of the child? It’s not. A child needs his/her dad.
Fathers are waiting months to get a hearing, with false allegations wiping a dad out of the child’s life entirely. Contact reduced based on somebody’s word, often from an ex-partner where clearly emotions are running high. Is that fair? I think not.
It costs a FORTUNE. So what, a father can see his son or daughter? Tens of thousands of pounds, fighting for access. I can only imagine what these men are going through. It’s horrific.
The entire system is built on the idea that fathers are less essential.
I passionately disagree. Children need their fathers.
None of this is anti-woman, and of course there are men (as there are women) who should not be in their children’s lives - but the system has massively overcompensated and thousands of decent dads are suffering because of it.
Good fathers are being treated like criminals or inconveniences, often bled financially dry when there is not even proper contact with the child.
The system needs an overhaul. I am pushing for change in Parliament.
Denying contact is a strategic tactic wielded by abusers to assert control and disempower their victims, as acknowledged in the. Find more information is here - https://t.co/wywyECT1ov
The @TimeOutLondon Offers useful suggestions for things to do in London with children, along with ideas to keep them entertained - https://t.co/TKGX2QY7eC
@BothParentsMatte works to help children maintain meaningful relationships with both parents after separation. They promote stable, supportive, low-conflict environments, with support available in person and online: https://t.co/AuLGADgTpl
If you’re considering the help or support of a McKenzie Friend, here are ten questions you can ask to make sure they’re the right fit for you - https://t.co/TnPpoZEbJw
If you need support during the family court process, you can request help from a McKenzie Friend. They do charge, but they’re usually more cost-effective than a solicitor. You can check if this type of support fits your needs here - https://t.co/U0dyI6ozAW
Going to court can be stressful. A regulated lawyer can help, but can be expensive, but if you represent yourself, a 'McKenzie Friend' mcan offer valuable support and encouragement. - https://t.co/H0Tak2tFlY
Over 250,000 cases entered Family Court last year — yet most people have no idea how it really works. - this podcast episode offers invaluable insights - https://t.co/slkBC5oBFW
What is family mediation? Family mediation involves a neutral professional who helps you agree on childcare and financial arrangements after separation. It keeps you in control and supports adjustments as your children grow. Find out more - https://t.co/eHV3XyhP7z
What is "Co-nesting" following relationship breakdown and is it for you?? - Co-nesting offers key benefits for children, providing stability and continuity that ease the transition after separation - https://t.co/4fepQcOEDc
Struggling to communicate without conflict? Discover how to protect your peace — not win arguments — in Mastering High-Conflict Co-Parenting: A Compassionate Guide to Peaceful Communication. - https://t.co/gxHWFPmHy1