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[2024] WLR(D) 64
Family Court
In re Z
[2024] EWFC 22
2023 Oct 25, 26; 2024 Feb 9
Sir Andrew McFarlane P
Children— Proceedings concerning— Unrepresented parties— Each party making serious allegations against the other in private law children proceedings— Court directing appointment of qualified legal representative to cross-examine unrepresented party— No representative available or willing to take on role— Whether judge to undertake cross-examination in absence of alternatives— Guidance on approach to be taken—
Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 (c 42), s 31T
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Children Act 1989 (c 41), s 8
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FPR, PD 3AB, para 5