Mum of many, Artist and Craftsman, Picture Book writer and maker of plush characters for authors and illustrators. I got my painting onto A Hand Full Of Songs โฆ
@bagshaw2112@BBC Whyโs it always left to the Northerners to undertake these gruelling feats of endurance? Sarah Cox, Paddy Mc Guinness, Vernon Kaye, Matt Baker - time for the effete Southerners to pick up the baton.
We did it! ๐๐ฅณ
My statement on the historic repeal:
Today, I stand in profound relief and gratitude as I reflect on the repeal of the presumption of contact, a moment I witnessed firsthand. I'm grateful to the @MoJGovUK
for inviting me and others in to personally share the news that the presumption was finally being repealed. I cried tears of joy and relief, and profound sadness at the harm the presumption of contact caused in my life and many others.
This is not just a law change, it is victory and vindication for countless families whose lives have been fractured by a system that, for too long, prioritised presumptions over people.
The presumption of contact devastated my life. It placed me, and many others, in impossible situations, where the family court system failed to prioritize the safety and well-being of those it was meant to protect. That pain fueled my resolve, and since 2018, I have campaigned tirelessly for reform. I demanded the repeal from every responsibile Minister and Secretary of State during the last 7 years who all made excuses, and said it couldn't be done. It's always impossible until it's done.
This repeal is a testament to the power of persistent advocacy and the courage of survivors who held the line. It is a step toward a family court system that listens, protects, and prioritises the needs of children and families above rigid assumptions.
While this moment marks progress, the fight for a fairer, more compassionate justice system continues. I dedicate this victory to every person who has suffered under the old rules and every voice that refused to be silenced.
Thank you to all who supported this cause and stood by me during this most difficult journey. Thank you to those who finally heard us. Together, we have made history, but there is much more work to do.
Natalie Page
@jennyeclair Fab. Also thatโs an age gap? Me n hubby saw you in Dorchester and sat in the front row. Our gap is 21 years so even my kids say I have daddy issues!