FQ v MQ

FQ v MQ

The English court has jurisdiction over the welfare of the children as they are habitually resident, settled, and integrated in England and Wales; the father's challenge was unnecessary, justifying an order for costs against him.

Parties
Applicant: FQ; Respondent: MQ
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
07 February 2014
Procedural Posture
Family / Judgment
Outcome
Jurisdiction confirmed; costs awarded to applicant.
Legal Topics
Hague Convention, Habitual Residence, Parental Responsibility, Costs
Family Law Child Welfare Jurisdiction Hague Convention Habitual Residence Parental Responsibility Costs

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Parties

FQ

Applicant

MQ

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Family / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Jurisdiction of English courts over welfare of children
  2. 2 Habitual residence of children
  3. 3 Appropriateness of forum for welfare matters

Ratio Decidendi

The English court has jurisdiction over the welfare of the children as they are habitually resident, settled, and integrated in England and Wales; the father's challenge was unnecessary, justifying an order for costs against him.

Court Disposition

Jurisdiction confirmed; costs awarded to applicant.

Orders

  • Children to remain in England and Wales with their mother until further order.
  • Any application by the father regarding jurisdiction is stayed.