B & Anor v D & Ors

B & Anor v D & Ors

The applicants satisfy all statutory requirements for adoption under the Adoption and Children Act 2002. Parental consent is either given or not required. The evidence demonstrates that adoption orders will best meet the lifelong welfare needs of the children, providing stability, security, and supporting their identity and cultural heritage.

Parties
Applicant: B; Applicant: C; 1st Respondent: D; 2nd Respondent: X; 3rd Respondent: Y
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
02 February 2023
Procedural Posture
Adoption / Final Judgment
Outcome
Adoption orders granted
Legal Topics
Adoption, Recognition of Foreign Adoption, Parental Consent, Child Welfare
Family Law Adoption Recognition of Foreign Adoption Parental Consent Child Welfare

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Parties

B

Applicant

C

Applicant

D

1st Respondent

X

2nd Respondent

Y

3rd Respondent

Procedural Posture

Adoption / Final Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the applicants meet the criteria for adoption under the Adoption and Children Act 2002
  2. 2 Whether parental consent requirements are satisfied
  3. 3 Whether making adoption orders meets the lifelong welfare needs of the children

Ratio Decidendi

The applicants satisfy all statutory requirements for adoption under the Adoption and Children Act 2002. Parental consent is either given or not required. The evidence demonstrates that adoption orders will best meet the lifelong welfare needs of the children, providing stability, security, and supporting their identity and cultural heritage.

Court Disposition

Adoption orders granted

Orders

  • Adoption orders made in favour of B and C for X and Y