Man who ‘bombarded’ officials with abuse barred from applying for child contact

Man targeted solicitor and court staff over months, says judge in what is believed to be first ruling of its kind

A judge has banned a man from applying for contact with his child for a year after he “bombarded” court officials with abusive messages.

The landmark ruling, thought to be the first of its kind, means the man, known as Mr B, can only make an application for a new hearing in the next 12 months if he first obtains permission from the judge.