Support for All: the Families and Relationships Green Paper

Author: DCSF

Institution* Department for Children Schools and Families

Full reference: Department for Children, Schools and Families. 2010. Support for All: the Families and Relationships. Cm 7787. London, Stationary Office

Summary

This paper outlines the a change in the law so that if parents split up, grandparents will not have to go to court to apply for contact with grandchildren. It also discusses giving fathers more support in bringing up children.

The Green Paper includes a mention of the importance of culture which Creativity, Culture and Education asked to be included as seen in one of the conclusions:

“Central government has a responsibility and the capacity to do a great deal to help create the conditions which support families in building and sustaining strong relationships. However, there are many others who have important parts to play in this too, including local government, voluntary organisations, housing providers, planners, arts, culture and sports organisations and, of course, employers. How sensitive and responsive all these organisations are to the needs of families can make a great deal of practical difference” (2010: 135).

Support for all: the families and relationships green paper