By Kirsty Ward - Trainee Solicitor Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 Enacted on 29 April 2026, this act introduces a wide range of reforms to children’s social care, safeguarding and education. This article focuses on Section 1 of the act which outlines one of the key changes now in…

By Stacey Phoenix, Head of Department, Cygnet Law Cafcass has recently published its Strategic Plan for 2026–2029, setting out an ambitious vision for the future of family justice and reaffirming its commitment to ensuring every child has a positive and meaningful experience within the family court system. For families

With the summer holidays approaching, many separated parents will be looking forward to spending quality time with their children, whether that’s a family holiday abroad, visiting relatives overseas or simply enjoying a change of scenery together. However, if you are separated from your child’s other parent, planning a trip

For many people, summer provides an opportunity to slow down, take stock and focus on tasks that often get pushed aside during the rest of the year. Whether you’re planning for the future, thinking about your family’s circumstances or considering changes to your property arrangements, taking some time to

Women’s Aid, a charity supporting survivors of domestic abuse, published its Annual Domestic Abuse Report on 30 March 2026, revealing deeply concerning statistics regarding the accessibility and adequacy of refuge services across England. The report found that 10,665 women and 11,732 children sought support from refuge services last year,

It’s an exciting time for many couples and families as they prepare to welcome a child, whether that’s after emotional fertility struggles, as the next step for same-sex couples, or as an alternative route for those who may not be able to carry a pregnancy themselves. However, the laws

At Cygnet Law, we believe supporting families goes far beyond legal advice. During Dementia Action Week, we want to highlight the importance of awareness, early conversations and community support for those affected by dementia. We are proud to support and work alongside Dementia Action Teesside, an organisation carrying out