This afternoon, I had the privilege of leading a debate in Westminster Hall on the issue of international child abductions. I was moved to table this debate following my ongoing engagement with a constituent who has had his children kidnapped and moved to Poland, in contempt of a court order that granted him custody.
It is always important that the will of the court is adhered to and that orders handed down are respected by both parties. Despite repeated judgements in his favour both here in the UK and in Poland, my constituent has still yet to see his children returned to him. This comes despite the obligations under international law to see the children reunited with their father.
I know that my constituent is not alone and many families in the UK face a similar challenge. It was therefore encouraging to see a strong turnout in the debate, with MPs from across the country attending to raise their own concerns.
You can view this debate here.
