Divorce can be a difficult time for all parties involved, especially if there are children involved. Custody, care and control, and access are among the most challenging and emotional aspects of a divorce, particularly when children are involved. These issues can be contentious, as both parents may want to have a say in their child’s upbringing and life. In Singapore, the law strives to ensure that the best interests of the child are always the primary consideration. This means that the court will always make decisions based on what is in the child’s best interests, regardless of the wishes of the parents.

One of the key factors that the court considers when deciding on custody, care and control, and access is the child’s welfare. This includes the child’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. The court will also consider the parents’ ability to provide for the child, including their financial resources, their ability to provide a stable and safe home environment, and their ability to meet the child’s needs.

Another important factor that the court considers is the child’s wishes, if they are mature enough to express them. In Singapore, there is no specific age at which a child can express their wishes, and the court will consider each case on its own merits. The court may also appoint a welfare officer to investigate and report on the child’s welfare, and may order mediation or counselling to help the parties reach an agreement.