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New Family Justice Overhaul Prioritizes Child-Centered Solutions

3/22/2026

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Alison Levitt, a government minister, announced a significant overhaul of England and Wales' family justice system.
The plan prioritizes a child-focused model and seeks out-of-court resolutions, drawing on pilot programs.
The approach aims to reduce court backlogs and waiting times.
Levitt acknowledges past injustices, while critics urge measuring children's experiences during proceedings.
The changes are expected to enhance protections for victims of domestic abuse.

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Alison Levitt, a government minister, announced a significant overhaul of England and Wales' family justice system.
The plan prioritizes a child-focused model and seeks out-of-court resolutions, drawing on pilot programs.
The approach aims to reduce court backlogs and waiting times.
Levitt acknowledges past injustices, while critics urge measuring children's experiences during proceedings.
The changes are expected to enhance protections for victims of domestic abuse.