New Passport Rules Introduced in February 2026: What They Mean for Families and Child Travel
Find out what the February 2026 passport changes mean for families, dual‑nationality children and international contact arrangements.
Family, Children & Divorce
Judge Halts Father’s Supervised Contact With Children Amid Welfare Concerns
A family court has ruled that a father should not currently have supervised contact with his two children, finding that restarting face‑to‑face contact would pose too great a risk of emotional harm.
Coercive Control in Divorce: Court Cuts Wife’s Settlement by 40%
This case explores how the courts approach financial settlements when coercive or controlling behaviour has played a role in the relationship.
Why Prenuptial Agreements Matter: Lessons from a Whirlwind Celebrity Marriage
Katie Price’s rapid wedding shows how little time couples sometimes have to protect their assets. Learn why prenuptial agreements are crucial.
Resolving Separation: How Family Mediation Can Make a Difference
Family mediation offers a constructive, cost-effective way to resolve separation issues without going to court. Discover its benefits and how it works.
Wife to Receive £877k plus Maintenance in Divorce Settlement based on Financial Need
This case illustrates how the court may prioritise future housing and financial security over equal division of assets, particularly where wealth is tied up in business interests or developed after separation.
High Court Awards Wife £3.4m Lump Sum and Family Home After 28-Year Marriage
A High Court judge has awarded a wife the family home and a £3.4m lump sum after a 28-year marriage, alongside a share of future private equity interests. The ruling highlights how courts handle complex financial arrangements in high net worth divorce cases.
Why ‘Divorce Day’ Is a Myth: Understanding the Realities Behind January Divorce Headlines
Every year, the media proclaim the first working day of January as “Divorce Day,” suggesting a dramatic spike in marital breakups the moment solicitors reopen after the holidays. While the phrase makes for a catchy headline, it is a significant misnomer that oversimplifies both human behaviour and the actual workings of family-law practice. It is
Divorce Settlements: Myths, Fairness and What’s Changing
Divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to work out how assets, pensions and property will be divided. One of the most persistent myths we hear is: “Divorce settlements always favour the wife. This idea has been repeated so often that many people assume it’s true. But the reality is very different. UK courts
Non-Accidental Injuries in Public Family Law: Key Lessons from A, Re (A Girl Aged 2)
In Public family law, especially in cases involving alleged child abuse, Non-Accidental Injuries (NAI) are a highly sensitive and complex area.
Reena Vadera, An Associate in the Public Law department at Machins LLP, successfully represented a respondent in the reported case Re (A Girl Aged 2) [EWFC] (Rev1) [2025] 5 decided on November 2025.