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

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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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/government-called-on-to-change-presumptive-contact-laws-after-sara-sharif-murder/ar-AA1wadqC ]