A report by Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Court Administration looked athow domestic violence is addressed by the Children and Family CourtAdvisory and Support Service (Cafcass) and the family courts. The reportdescribes instances of good practice, but says this was often due to theinitiative of court staff or Cafcass practitioners.
Inspectors also found that women incorrectly felt there was apresumption of contact in domestic violence cases, which they perceivedas dangerous to themselves and their children.
Sir Ron de Witt, chief executive of Her Majesty's Courts Service, said:"We need to do better." And Anthony Douglas, chief executive of Cafcass,added: "The report highlights many areas of concern for us." Bothorganisations have introduced action plans in response to therecommendations.
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