Gillick Competence Collection

"Gillick Competence: A Mother's Fight for Parental Rights" In the small town of Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Gillick Competence Collection: Victoria Gillick and her daughter Jessie, aged 9, at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Victoria Gillick and her daughter Jessie, aged 9, at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. 25th July 1983

Gillick Competence Collection: Gordon Gillick with his wife Victoria Gillick and their ten children at home in Wisbech

Gordon Gillick with his wife Victoria Gillick and their ten children at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. The children are Clementine (1), Ambrose (3), Sarah (5), Gabriel (6), Jessie (9), James (11)

Victoria Gillick at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. 25th July 1983

Campaigner Victoria Gillick outside a court in London. 19th November 1984

Gillick Competence Collection: Campaigner Victoria Gillick and her husband Gordon Gillick outside a court in London

Campaigner Victoria Gillick and her husband Gordon Gillick outside a court in London. 19th November 1984

Gillick Competence Collection: Victoria Gillick and her daughter Clementine, aged 1, at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Victoria Gillick and her daughter Clementine, aged 1, at home in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. 25th July 1983

Gillick Competence Collection: Campaigner Victoria Gillick leaving the High Court with her husband Gordon Gillick after

Campaigner Victoria Gillick leaving the High Court with her husband Gordon Gillick after she failed in her bid to prevent doctors prescribing contraception to under-16s without parental consent

Campaigner Victoria Gillick with some of her children. 22nd November 1981

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"Gillick Competence: A Mother's Fight for Parental Rights" In the small town of Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, a remarkable woman named Victoria Gillick stood up against the tide of societal norms and fought tirelessly for her beliefs. With her husband Gordon by her side, they raised their ten children in a loving home that became the backdrop of their unwavering determination. On July 25th, 1983, Victoria Gillick was captured at home with an air of strength and resilience radiating from her. Her daughter Jessie, aged 9 at the time, stood beside her as a testament to their unbreakable bond. This image encapsulated not only a mother's love but also foreshadowed the battle she would soon face. November 19th, 1984 marked a significant turning point in Victoria's life as she found herself outside a London court. Determined to protect parental rights and safeguard children from making uninformed decisions about contraception or abortion without parental consent or knowledge - known as "Gillick Competence" - she fearlessly campaigned for what she believed was right. The support of Gordon Gillick throughout this arduous journey cannot be understated. Together they faced countless challenges head-on while standing united outside courtrooms across London. Their shared commitment to protecting family values resonated deeply within them and inspired others who witnessed their unwavering resolve. Amidst these battles on public platforms were tender moments captured within the walls of their cherished home in Wisbech. On one occasion, Victoria held her youngest daughter Clementine close; an image that symbolized both vulnerability and strength simultaneously. Through it all, Victoria never wavered in fighting for what she believed was best for families everywhere. Leaving no stone unturned nor opportunity missed to advocate for parental rights even after leaving High Court with Gordon by her side – every step taken brought them closer to achieving justice.