French courts have complete latitude to organise access in France. Beyond this sphere, problems arise in connection with State sovereignty and recognition and enforcement of court orders abroad. Difficulties should be resolved by discussions between central authorities. If the child opposes access, no coercive measures should be considered. As to social reports, they are expressly mentioned in Article 7 paragraph 2 d of the 1980 Hague Convention.
Mediation is used with varying results, but often helpful to restore trust.
The possibility to request judicial assistance through the central authorities concerned should be promoted. No cases reported Formal mediation is not used. However, before making an access order the guardianship judge will seek a judicial settlement between the parties. This needs further consideration. In most cases when an access regulation is enforced by obligatory measures, the child might have feelings of disloyalty to the unwilling parent.