Female Genital Mutilation Protection Orders
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a serious violation of human rights and a criminal offence in the UK. Whether the risk is immediate or ongoing, a Female Genital Mutilation Protection Order (FGMPO) offers urgent legal protection to girls and women who are threatened with, or have already experienced, FGM.
FGMPOs can be used to prevent someone from being taken abroad, restrict contact with individuals involved in planning FGM, and require family members to surrender travel documents. Applications can be made by the individual at risk, a local authority, or any concerned party. Courts act quickly in FGMPO cases, particularly when there is an imminent risk.
These orders are highly flexible and can be tailored to specific needs, such as restricting communications, arranging safe housing, or safeguarding a child from being exposed to harmful environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone concerned about a girl or woman at risk—this includes family members, teachers, health professionals, local authorities, or the person at risk themselves.
FGMPOs can prevent travel abroad, stop individuals from facilitating or encouraging FGM, and include terms to remove risk from the home or community environment.
Emergency orders can be made on the same day, often without notifying the other party first.
FGM has no place in any society. If you or someone you know is at risk, AAGA Solicitors will act swiftly and discreetly to put legal protection in place—ensuring safety, dignity, and long-term support.
