Written question asked by James Clappison (Conservative) on Monday, 25 October 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 November 2004. It was answered by Baroness Hodge of Barking (Labour) on Monday, 1 November 2004 on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills.

Dept for Education and Skills

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills, what role the presumption of co-parenting plays in the policy of the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service.

Answer: Mr. Clappison: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what role the presumption of co- parenting plays in the policy of the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service. [194221] Margaret Hodge: The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service strongly supports the principles of children maintaining a strong relationship with both parents where it is safe for them to do so. Co- operation between parents who separate is critical for the well-being of the children and is encouraged by CAFCASS. The service works to ensure that both parents and wider family members continue to have a real and meaningful relationship with their children through high quality, supported contact arrangements.

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