LEGAL PROMO
Ending the blame game? The UK could see the biggest shake up of divorce laws for 50 years, says Peacock & Co’s Dimple Patel
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fter the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill introducing “no-fault” divorce was backed by MPs on 8 June 2020, things are set to change. But it could be another year before a smoother divorce process is in place. Under the current law, there is only one ground for a 32
divorce - that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. This must be evidenced by one of the following five facts: • adultery • unreasonable behaviour • desertion • you have been separated two years and you both consent to a divorce
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• five years separation If you do not want to wait a period of two years, or five years if your spouse does not consent, you will have no option but to commence proceedings on the basis of your spouse’s unreasonable behaviour or adultery, if applicable. This is not ideal for a couple who have reached
