Access Rights for Grandparents: A Legal Grey Area

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In many family breakdowns, grandparents can feel shut out of their grandchildren’s lives.

In many family breakdowns, grandparents can feel shut out of their grandchildren’s lives. While Irish law does not automatically grant grandparents access, they can apply to the courts under the Guardianship of Infants Act 1964, particularly when it serves the child’s best interests.

For more insights, check this detailed guide from CitizensInformation.ie: Grandparents’ rights after separation.

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