[lwptoc skipHeadingLevel="h3"] The journey from a civil partnership to marriage represents a significant step for many couples in the UK, reflecting evolving societal values and personal commitments. Since the introduction of civil partnerships in 2005 and the subsequent legalisation of same-sex marriage in 2013, many...
In recent years, cohabitation has become the fastest-growing family type in the UK. However, the legal framework for unmarried couples differs significantly from that of married pairs. This disparity can lead to complex situations, especially during relationship breakdowns or bereavements. This article explores the legal...
What are civil partnerships and marriages? Civil partnerships and marriages are very similar in many regards. Several of their notable differences include the notions that civil partnerships cannot be formed in a religious ceremony or on religious grounds. Marriage is formed by vows while civil...
You may be familiar with the term civil partnership and associate it with the union of same-sex couples. However, there has been a change to the law in 2018. Therefore, there have been substantial amendments to what a civil partnership means and who is eligible...
Marriage, civil partnerships, common-law spouses…there are lots of terms used to explain the living arrangements or relationship statuses of couples. Changes to the law in 2018 means that there have been amendments to what we may have formerly understood about legal unions. Read on for...
