Children Act 1989: Primary legislation governing child arrangements, including parental responsibility provisions, the welfare principle (child's best interests are paramount), and Special Guardianship provisions
Family Law Act 1996: Key legislation covering provisions relating to family homes, domestic violence, and protection of children in domestic settings
Child Arrangements Programme (CAP): Practice Direction 12B of the Family Procedure Rules providing guidelines for arrangements regarding children
Adoption and Children Act 2002: Legislation detailing the scope of parental responsibility and Special Guardianship provisions
Human Rights Act 1998: Legislation incorporating Article 8 (Right to respect for private and family life) and rights of both children and family members
Duration of Custody: Essential consideration specifying the temporary nature and exact timeframe of the custody arrangement
Parental Responsibility Delegation: Specification of which parental responsibilities are being delegated to grandparents and which remain with parents
Medical Authority: Provisions for medical decision-making authority and healthcare responsibilities
Educational Rights: Specifications for educational decision-making rights and responsibilities
Contact Arrangements: Details of how contact with parents and other family members will be maintained during the temporary custody period
Financial Responsibilities: Clear outline of financial obligations and responsibilities during the custody period
Emergency Provisions: Procedures and authorities in case of emergencies or urgent situations
Termination Conditions: Specific conditions and procedures for ending the temporary custody arrangement
Dispute Resolution: Procedures for handling disagreements or conflicts between parties during the custody period
