Millions of grandparents in the UK are being denied the chance to enjoy a loving relationship with their grandchildren. This isn’t just about missed birthdays and cuddles; grandparents can play a vital role in a child’s life, offering stability, security, and even acting as guardians in difficult situations.
Dame Jasvinder Sanghera DBE knows this all too well. Disowned by her own family 45 years ago, she understands the profound impact losing a grandparent can have. That’s why she’s campaigning for a change in the Children Act 1989.
Our goal? To ensure grandchildren have the right to maintain safe and loving relationships with their grandparents, even when family circumstances change.
Why is this important?
- Grandparents provide stability and security: They offer a vital connection to a child’s past and present, and can be a source of immense comfort and support.
- Safeguarding role: Grandparents can often identify signs of trouble before anyone else. In tragic cases like Arthur Labingo-Hughes and Star Hobson, grandparents raised concerns that went unheard.
- Financial benefit: Over 200,000 kinship carers in the UK are grandparents, saving local authorities millions. Yet, the crucial role they play isn’t recognized by law.
Sign the Petition and Make a Difference!
We’re calling on the Prime Minister and Justice Minister to amend the Children Act 1989 to include and protect the vital relationship between grandchildren and grandparents. No child should be weaponized or denied a loving connection with their grandparents.
Join Dame Jasvinder Sanghera in this fight for justice. Sign the petition today and help ensure all children have the chance to experience the joy of a loving grandparent:
Together, we can make a difference!
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