This motion has not been discussed in the Assembly and commits only those who have signed it.
Father’s role in the family is often underestimated although
it has a very important impact on the future of children. Academic
research shows that intact family have a higher net worth, higher
income, more household assets and greater savings.
Fathers influence children’s well-being, behaviour and future.
In particular, married fathers can have life-long influences on
their children. Young growing up with both mother and father at
home are less likely to engage in high-risk behaviours, such as
abusing drugs and alcohol, and binge drinking is less common among
them.
Involved fathers bring benefit to their children. Children
with caring fathers are more likely to be emotionally secure, confident
to explore their environment, have better social relationships with
other children and better educational outcomes. The way fathers
behave with their children also has an important influence on a
child’s emotional and social development. Dad’s relationship with
his children is therefore associated with greater psychological
well-being, lower levels of behavioural problems and greater educational
attainment.
The Parliamentary Assembly urgently should reflect on “how”
to revitalise and promote father’s role in the family, social and
cultural life.
