Our view is that by improving the information available to be the court, particularly regarding the views, and strengthening the understanding of children’s human rights courts will be in a position to make decisions where children’s best interests are paramount, in line with section 16 of the 1995 Act. 6 Although, as stated in our Stage 3 evidence, we felt that there were amendments that would further strengthen the 2020 Act, our view is that it presents a significant step in ensuring that the courts focus is on the best interests and views of children who are subject to contact proceedings and a significant step towards compatibility with the UNCRC.