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Holidays 2008: the guide for lone parents

I am taking my child abroad. Do I need permission from their other parent?

If you have sole Parental Responsibility, you do not need the permission of the other parent to take your child abroad.
If you have joint Parental Responsibility you will need the consent of anyone else with Parental Responsibility, unless you have a Residence Order.
If you have a Residence Order for your child, you can take them abroad for up to a month without the consent of anyone else with Parental Responsibility.

For more information about Parental Responsibility, call the Lone Parent Helpline on 0800 018 5026.

I'm finding it difficult to come to an agreement with my child's other parent about holidays

It can help to come to agreements about your child's holiday time if you are able to plan in advance for all holiday periods and special dates. Don't forget to involve your child in the planning arrangements (depending on their age and understanding) so they feel included and secure about what is happening. If they are spending time with their other parent and/or other family members, give them as much advance notice as possible.

If either you or the other parent feel worried about your child going away it may help ease your minds to share as much information as possible about the trip (details of travel arrangements, where your child will be staying and how you can contact them) and your child's needs and abilities (for example, food, swimming ability).

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