Here are some Stories or Case Studies on Hague Convention and Leave to Remove / Relocation cases.
Thank you to all the parents who have shared their stories so far. All personal details are anonymous to protect the families sharing their stories.
We hope that by sharing stories awareness will be raised and parents and professionals will become better informed. We will be adding more case studies regularly so watch this space!
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Ellie’s Story
After the relationship breakdown in Cyprus Ellie wanted to go back to the State she considers her home country (UK) to live with her children.
Hannah’sStory
A case between England and Australia involving The Hague Convention and Leave to Remove. Hannah said: “We were stuck in a one bedroom motel…just stuck there and it had nothing, we had one bag of stuff. I had to try to do it all again and I had run out of fight by then.”
Tina’s Story
A US / UK case not involving The Hague Convention. Tina said she feels more ‘stuck’ than ever because the latest Court Order reverted to an old order which means that Tina’s 90 days travel time has been revoked.
Alyssa’s Story
A case between Germany and Sweden. Alyssa said that she wished she could have a chance to apply for relocation…
Natasha’s Story
Natasha says ” “If I had known I would be trapped in Sweden I never
would have left the U.S, and I wish that they would warn women…”