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Britney Spears can now spend more time with her children.

Britney and her ex-husband Kevin Federline were in court yesterday (06.05.08) for the latest hearing in their ongoing custody battle.

Although it was not made clear how Britney's visitation rights have increased, Kevin's lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan said it was an "expansion of time", and went on to praise the troubled singer's progress.

He said: "It is a cautious step, but a step forward nonetheless.

"We are seeing signs of her progress, and consistency over time is something welcome by Kevin.

"The children are doing great."

Britney, who was accompanied by her family as she left the Los Angeles court, refused to comment on the ruling.

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