The new Brussels II Regulation applies to persons who are either nationals of, habitually resident, or domiciled in a Member State of the European Community. It deals with issues concerning jurisdiction and recognition in respect of dissolution of marriage and parental responsibility. In relation to decisions regarding parental responsibility, the new Regulation is much wider in scope than its predecessor, since it extends to measures for the protection of all children and is not limited to consideration of their interests in the context of matrimonial proceedings.

This supplement includes detailed examination of jurisdictional matters, enforcement of access rights and the revised rules governing international child abduction.

The Appendices contain all relevant source material including the full text of the new Regulation.

His Honour Judge Mark Everall QC and Michael Nicholls, both at 1 Hare Court, Temple
Nigel Lowe, Professor of Law, Cardiff Law School, University of Wales

• Preliminary Matters
• Transitional Provisions
• Central Authorities
• Divorce, Legal Separation and Marriage Annulment
• Parental Responsibility
• International Child Abduction - The New Rules
• Recognition and Enforcement
• Commentary
• Appendices