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<li><strong>Keep a diary</strong>: Log any minor or major breaches of the court order, detailing times, dates, and events.</li>
<li><strong>Open communication</strong>: Attempt to discuss the breaches with the other parent in the hope of resolving things without court.</li>
<li><strong>Mediation</strong>: If direct discussions fail, consider using a third-party mediator as a less stressful, more affordable approach.</li>
<li><strong>Legal advice</strong>: When mediation is not possible or the breaches are severe, consult a family solicitor about returning to court.</li>
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<li><strong>Form C79</strong>: Complete and submit Form C79 to apply for enforcement of the court order.</li>
<li><strong>Hearing date</strong>: Once you file the application, the court aims to list a hearing within 20 working days, ideally before the same judge who made the original order.</li>
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<li><strong>Agreed or contested facts</strong> regarding non-compliance</li>
<li><strong>Reasons</strong> for any non-compliance by the parent</li>
<li><strong>Child’s wishes and feelings</strong> (depending on age and maturity)</li>
<li><strong>Cafcass advice</strong> (if required to help the court decide on the best approach)</li>
<li><strong>Risk assessment</strong>, ensuring no further harm or conflict arises from any changes</li>
<li><strong>Suitability</strong> of options like a Separated Parents Information Programme or mediation</li>
<li><strong>Enforcement orders</strong> (if applicable)</li>
<li>The <strong>welfare checklist</strong>, ensuring decisions serve the child’s best interests</li>
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Each child arrangements order comes with a warning notice explaining the consequences of non-compliance. Possible actions the court can take include:
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<li><strong>Referral</strong> to a programme or mediation: Parents may be ordered to attend a Separated Parents Information Programme (SPIP) or further dispute resolution.</li>
<li><strong>Unpaid work requirement</strong>: A parent may be ordered to carry out 40–200 hours of unpaid community work.</li>
<li><strong>Committal to prison</strong>: In very rare and serious cases.</li>
<li><strong>Changing residency</strong>: In extreme circumstances, the child’s living arrangements might be changed, transferring residence to the other parent.</li>
<li><strong>Fines</strong>: The non-compliant parent may be subject to a financial penalty.</li>
<li><strong>Compensation</strong>: The court can order reimbursement if one parent incurs financial loss due to the other parent’s breach.</li>
<li><strong>Enforcement orders</strong>: The court may issue or suspend an enforcement order as a last resort.</li>
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<strong>HM &amp; Co. Solicitors</strong>
186 Lower Road
Surrey Quays
London SE16 2UN

<strong>Telephone:</strong> 02071128180
<strong>Email:</strong> <a rel="noopener">info@hmsolicitorsltd.com</a>

We can guide you through every step—from initial mediation attempts to a formal court application—ensuring your child’s welfare remains the top priority.