Where does the current coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown
leave separated parents with children?
Can I still see my child during the lockdown in England?
Yes, the government provided an express exception to the
"stay at home" rules which allows children (aged under
18) to move between their two parents' home.
However, before deciding whether a child should spend time in
both homes you should consider:
- the child(ren)'s health
- if anyone is showing symptoms, whether there is a risk of
infection
- whether there are vulnerable people in either home
It is important that matters are discussed between both parents
and where possible an agreement should be reached.
If it is decided that usual contact should not continue, for
example due to health reasons, indirect contact (such as telephone
and video calls) should still take place. The parents may also look
to agree to make up any lost days of contact at a later date, such
as during the next school holidays.
