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Can parents stop you from moving out at 16?
If you are over 16 then you can usually move out without permission of your parents. There aren’t any laws that say specifically what age someone can live on their own but it’s usually understood that 16 is the minimum.
Can a 16 year old live alone UK?
Once a young person reaches 16 they can leave home or their parents can ask them to move out. However, parents are responsible for their children’s wellbeing until they turn 18 – and they’ll likely need support (anchor link). You can read about parental responsibility in more detail on GOV.UK.
What happens if you move out at 16 without parental consent?
When you’re under 16, your parents or carers have a responsibility to keep you safe. That means that you can’t decide to move out and your parents can’t ask you to leave. If you leave home without your parents’ or carers’ permission, the police have the right to take you home if it’s safe to.
Can my parents force me to leave home at 16?
Your parents can’t legally tell you to leave home until your 16th birthday. If you have to leave If things have got so bad that you can’t stay at home, decide where you’re going to live and how you’ll support yourself before you leave. Get help to stay at home
How old do you have to be to move out alone?
If you are over 16 then you can usually move out without permission of your parents. There aren’t any laws that say specifically what age someone can live on their own but it’s usually understood that 16 is the minimum. For someone under 16 when things are not good at home, they can talk to social services who are there to help.
What to do if your under 16 and Can’t Live at home?
If you’re under 16 and can no longer live at home, speak to someone who can help. You could contact Childline about any problems you’re having with your parents or carers. Your parents can’t legally tell you to leave home until your 16th birthday.