"The new [CPR] rule 3.9 is intended to introduce a culture of compliance, because that is necessary to promote access to justice at proportionate cost. It is not intended to introduce a harsh regime of almost zero tolerance, as some commentators have suggested." (per Jackson LJ inDenton v...
For further guidance, see Practice Note: Relief from sanctions—when (and when not) to use. What is a relief from abuse order? A relief from abuse order is a court order that is designed to stop violent, harassing and threatening behavior. It can also stop the abuser from any contact ...