No-fault divorce reforms announced
On 9 April 2019 it was announced that legislation would be introduced as soon as parliamentary time became available to reform the arguably out-dated divorce laws which have been in place since 1973. This is a considerable move by Parliament in seeking to end the...
Engagement rings
If you like it should you really "put a ring on it"? At the beginning of December 2018 it was reported in the news how a Mother wanted to ban engagement rings. The rationale behind such a call was that she viewed the gift of an engagement ring as a contradiction to...
“Good Divorce Week” – Is there such a thing as a “Good Divorce”?
On 26 November 2018, we entered "Good Divorce Week", an awareness-raising initiative organised by Resolution which runs until 30 November 2018. The focus of the campaign is how separating or divorcing parents can limit the impact of conflict on their children....
“What you want. Baby, I got it”
The news that Aretha Franklin, the "Queen of Soul", died without having made provision for her fortune in a Will serves as a timely reminder to all to review their finances and ensure they are adequately protected. This applies not only to the inevitability of death,...
“Unhappily married”
In July 2018, the Supreme Court unanimously dismissed an appeal by Mrs Tini Owens thereby determining that she must remain married to Mr Hugh Owens for the time being. Mr & Mrs Owens had been married since 1978 and had 2 adult children. It was asserted that Mrs...
“The tans will fade but the memories will last forever”
Travelling with children can be one of life's most rewarding experiences both for the children and the adults involved. Long-lasting and fond memories will be created which will be discussed time after time yet if you are travelling as a single parent or with someone...
“Happy anniversary!”
A couple's first wedding anniversary is traditionally celebrated with the gift of paper. All too often, the couple haven't got far beyond their wedding day before the cracks are starting to show and they realise the marriage was a mistake. But, can they divorce? In...