This paper provides brief information in response to some key questions regarding the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak on separated families, maintenance arrangements and access to children.
Coronavirus: Separated Families and Contact with Children in Care FAQs (UK) (234 KB , PDF)
The paper is not intended to address the specific circumstances of any individual or family and suitably qualified legal advice should instead be sought.
Relevant national and local restrictions should also be consulted. These can be found at the respective pages for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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This is a fast-moving issue and the briefing should be read as correct at the time of publication.
Coronavirus: Separated Families and Contact with Children in Care FAQs (UK) (234 KB , PDF)
On Wednesday 25 June 2025, there will be an Estimates Day debate on the spending of the Ministry of Justice. This debate pack contains details of the latest estimates and previous expenditure, background material, and suggestions for further reading.
Overview of the expansion of government-funded childcare to children from working families aged from nine months to three years.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant threat to public health. This briefing provides information on the causes and implications of the development and spread of AMR and about UK and international action to address it.
