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In re S (Child) (Abduction: Custody rights): CA 3 Jul 2002

The mother accepted that she had abducted her child from Israel, but sought to establish a defence under the convention that the security conditions in Israel were such as to justify the removal. Held: The Convention requirements were restrictive, and were not satisfied in this case. The test of whether there was a grave risk … Continue reading In re S (Child) (Abduction: Custody rights): CA 3 Jul 2002

Re E (Children) (Abduction: Custody Appeal): SC 10 Jun 2011

Two children were born in Norway to a British mother (M) and Norwegian father (F). Having lived in Norway, M brought them to England to stay, but without F’s knowledge or consent. M replied to his application for their return that the children would be at risk if returned, alleging psychological abuse by F. She … Continue reading Re E (Children) (Abduction: Custody Appeal): SC 10 Jun 2011