HOPE
As Martin is Hope’s biological dad, and has looked after her since birth, things are relatively simple.
“Martin has clear parental responsibility for Hope,” says Tracey, “which means he is entitled to make decisions about her education, health and religious upbringing in addition to her day-today care. Therefore, Martin can apply to the court for shared contact for Hope without permission.”
LILY & ARTHUR
However, things are not so clear when it comes to Stacey’s other daughter and son. Lily is Stacey’s child by Whitney’s brother Ryan Malloy, but Martin has been her father figure for the past few years. Meanwhile, Arthur is Kush’s son, but has been brought up by Martin since birth…
“Martin does not have parental responsibility for Lily,” Tracey tells us. “But what isn’t clear…
