Children

When making an order in relation to children, the Court must pay attention to the following:

• The ascertainable wishes and feelings of the child.
• The child's physical, emotional and educational needs.
• The likely effect on the child of any change in circumstances.
• The child's age, sex, background etc.
• Any harm the child has suffered/may suffer.
• The capability of the parents (and other relevant people) to care for the child.