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Government called on to change presumptive contact laws after Sara Sharif murder


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 9:21 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Government has heard calls to change laws on presumptive contact to protect vulnerable children in light of the murder of Sara Sharif. The body of Sara, 10, was discovered at her family home in Woking,

The article discusses the tragic case of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl found dead in Woking, Surrey, which has prompted calls for changes in UK law regarding "presumptive contact" between children and their parents. Sara's father, Urfan Sharif, along with his partner Beinash Batool and his brother Faisal Malik, are currently wanted in connection with her murder after they fled to Pakistan. The case has highlighted issues with the current legal framework where courts often grant contact rights to parents even when there are concerns about child safety. Critics argue that the law presumes contact is beneficial for the child, potentially overlooking risks. Following Sara's death, there is a growing demand for a review of these laws to better protect children, ensuring that contact decisions prioritize the child's safety over parental rights. The government has been urged to act swiftly to amend these laws to prevent similar tragedies.

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