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Question relating to fathers rights. Situation: father leaves 18 yr relationship, partner and 2 children. Mother decides to relocate to another town. Parents sharing care of children. Amicable to this point. Father now decides the contact agreement is not clear n finalised and starts involving 9 n 12yr old children in dispute. Giving them a say in whether they stay with mum or dad. Mum under the impression she can move with children as fathers decision to leave was his. What is the actual legal rights of each parent in this situation? Thanks
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I've moved your post to the Legal Eagle section where it should get more views.
In Family Law the rights are actually the children's to have a relationship with both their parents.
If one parent chooses to move away within the jurisdiction, there's not very much that can be done. A prohibited steps order can be applied for to prevent it happening however there are no guaranteed outcomes either way.
Given the ages of the children, if this was going through court, CAFCASS would speak with the children to ascertain their wishes and feelings on the matter. My personal opinion on that question is children should not be burdened to make such a huge decision but their wishes and feelings should be greatly considered.
Mediation might be the best first step in this situation.
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