Can grandparents apply to have contact to their grandchildren?

Grandparents must first apply to the court for permission to make an application for a Child Arrangements Order to see their grandchildren. The court will consider the grandparent’s connection and history of involvement with the child when deciding whether to grant permission. In general the law recognises the important role that grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren, and will consider what is in the best interests of the child when deciding.