60 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Equality and Law Reform in view of his recent meeting with Parental Equality, whether he agrees that the current practice in the courts of awarding sole custody to mothers in the vast majority of cases is causing severe hardship to some fathers and children; his views on whether joint custody best serves the interests of most parents and children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12349/96]

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60 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Equality and Law Reform in view of his recent meeting with Parental Equality, whether he agrees that the current practice in the courts of awarding sole custody to mothers in the vast majority of cases is causing severe hardship to some fathers and children; his views on whether joint custody best serves the interests of most parents and children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12349/96]

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1. 11 June 1996

   Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Treatment of Separated Fathers.

   60 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Equality and Law Reform in view of his recent meeting with Parental Equality, whether he agrees that the current practice in the courts of awarding sole custody to mothers in the vast majority of cases is causing severe hardship to some fathers and children; his views on whether joint custody best serves the interests of most parents and children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12349/96]

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