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Children Act 1989: Primary legislation for child custody matters that introduces parental responsibility concept, establishes the welfare principle (child's best interests are paramount), and defines various types of court orders relating to children

Family Law Act 1996: Framework legislation for family proceedings that governs domestic arrangements and living conditions in custody situations

Adoption and Children Act 2002: Legislation relevant for custody arrangements involving adoption scenarios and modifications to the Children Act 1989

Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures compliance with human rights obligations, particularly Article 8 regarding the right to respect for private and family life

Child Abduction Act 1984: Addresses international aspects of custody and prevention of child removal, particularly important when parties have foreign connections

Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination in custody arrangements and protects against unfair treatment based on protected characteristics

Domestic Abuse Act 2021: Provides safeguarding provisions and considerations for custody arrangements where domestic abuse may be a factor

Relevant Case Law: Body of precedents from family courts, particularly those dealing with permanent custody arrangements, that must be considered in drafting custody agreements