End of 'blame game' in divorce laws in England and Wales
The most far-reaching change in divorce laws in decades has come into force - ending the need for separating couples to blame one of themselves.
A form of no-fault divorce exists in Scotland - but blame rules will remain in force in Northern Ireland.Under the old rules in England and Wales, anyone who wanted to split swiftly had to accuse their partner in a divorce petition of desertion, adultery or unreasonable behaviour. It also trapped people in loveless and sometimes abusive marriages as the dissenting partner controlled the one who wanted to leave.One partner, or both acting together, can file for divorce, without having to give a reason or apportion blame.There is a 20-week period between starting proceedings and applying for a conditional order, and a further six-week period before divorce is granted.Judges will still step in to resolve disputes over children, maintenance or the just division of wealth.
The couple decided to wait out the two years - and they used the time to work with a divorce coach to agree how best to look after their children and divide their assets.
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