What is Joint Custody?

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When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important decisions they face is how their children’s care and upbringing will be arranged. In the UK, one common approach is joint custody, sometimes called shared care. But what does joint custody actually involve, and what should families expect if they pursue this arrangement? At Broadbents […]

Is it Lawful to Hit a Child?

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No matter your personal opinion on smacking a child, the law has the final say with regarding what punishment is accessible when it comes to hitting a child. In the latest post from Broadbents Solicitors, we discuss the law surrounding smacking a child in more detail. It is important to note that the law states […]