PRINCIPAL FAMILY COURT JUDGE OF NEW ZEALAND
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Judge Jacquelyn Moran
24 March 2020
Statement from the Principal Family Court Judge
CHILDREN IN SHARED CARE — AND COVID-19
Clarification regarding the care arrangements of children subject to Family Court orders
In response to questions raised about the management of children from families who have shared care or contact arrangements pursuant to Family Court orders, the Principal Family Court Judge, Jacquelyn Moran, offers the following guidance:
Judge Moran emphasises that children are precious and that, more than ever, this is a time to focus on their wellbeing, and in particular their safety. It is important that their loved ones are also safe and well, and that children know that, and are able to see their parents and caregivers lead by example.
The Family Court will continue to operate through all pandemic alert levels but on a reduced capacity, dealing with priority proceedings ……ends
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