Introduce a Legal Presumption of Shared Parenting in the UK
n the UK, under the Children Act 1989, there is no presumption of shared parenting. Too many children lose meaningful time with a loving parent after separation. Evidence shows children thrive with both parents, yet the system delivers inconsistent outcomes.
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 13/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 13/100,000
- 24 APR 2026Petition rejectedduplicate
Introduce a Presumption of Equal Parenting Time in Family Law https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/745208
- 28 MAR 2026Petition created
Background
We call for a legal presumption of shared parenting, where safe. Children deserve both parents, not reduced to visitors in their lives. Courts should begin with equal involvement, limiting contact only where proven risk exists—bringing fairness, stability, and accountability.