SA v JR

The application to relocate was refused because the proposed move would significantly and negatively impact the child's relationship with his father and paternal family, which is central to his welfare. The financial and environmental benefits of relocation were not sufficient to justify the disruption to the child's established relationships and emotional needs.

Parties: Applicant: SA; Respondent: JR
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Judgment Date: 09 March 2025
Procedural Posture: Family / Final Judgment
Outcome: Application for international relocation refused; child to remain living with SA in the UK.
Legal Topics: International Relocation, Child Arrangements, Welfare of the Child

Family Law International Relocation Child Arrangements Welfare of the Child

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Parties

Applicant

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Family / Final Judgment

Legal Issues

1 Should the applicant (mother) be permitted to relocate with the child to Dubai?
2 What child arrangements are in the best interests of the child?
3 Is there a financial or environmental imperative for relocation?

Ratio Decidendi

Court Disposition

Application for international relocation refused; child to remain living with SA in the UK.

Orders

Child to live with SA.
Alternate weekend contact (Friday-Monday) with JR to continue, suspended during school holidays for extended periods with each parent.