GI V K [2026] EWHC 480 (Fam)

Private Children proceedings appeal.  At first instance the court ignored allegations made by the M of domestic abuse.  This was wrong, and despite the court being able to exercise discretion (at any stage) and review the relevance of the allegations, these were clearly relevant to the welfare outcome for the child.  Further, insufficient reasoning was given to go behind the professional report / recommendation.