Child holiday arrangements after separation: what if you can't agree?
Kayleigh Bell, Children & Safeguarding/Divorce & Family
As the school summer holidays approach, many separated parents find themselves facing uncertainty over child holiday arrangements.
When holiday arrangements remain uncertain
Perhaps you have contacted the other parent well in advance with proposals for holiday arrangements, hoping to make exciting plans and spend valuable, meaningful time with your children, only to be met with silence or no clear response.
Maybe you are balancing work commitments while securing places at summer camps and activities yet still have no certainty about when the other parent intends to spend time with the children.
Then there are the additional concerns that arise when considering a holiday abroad. Who has the children's passports? Will consent to travel be provided? Could the passports be withheld, causing disruption to carefully made plans?
As children grow older, their own wishes, friendships and social commitments often become an important factor. Navigating these discussions between parents can be challenging and stressful.
You don't have to deal with this on your own
Our team can help take the pressure off by assisting with the agreement of clear holiday arrangements, not only for this summer but for future school holidays as well. We can help ensure that plans are confirmed, disputes are addressed, and your children's best interests remain at the centre of every decision.
If you are hoping to travel abroad with your child or children this summer and are experiencing difficulties obtaining consent or securing the necessary documentation, we can provide the advice and support you need.
Instead of worrying about what might happen, let us help you find certainty and a practical solution so you can focus on making lasting memories with your children.
Specialist advice on holiday arrangements and international travel
Our full-service team of solicitors, led by Kate Fenwick, a specialist family law barrister, is equipped to support you through every aspect of resolving holiday arrangements and wider child arrangements disputes. Together, we bring many decades of expert experience to bear.
Where matters involve an international element, our team can draw upon established transatlantic links and professional networks to provide you with support and guidance in complex cross-border cases, including issues relating to international travel, consent, relocation and jurisdiction.
Helping you move forward with confidence
Whether your concerns are straightforward or highly complex, we have the expertise, experience and resources to help you achieve a practical solution that protects your children's welfare and provides certainty for the future. get in touch to find out more.
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