The Government have announced to commit to 6th April 2022 for the introduction of the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act. This is a definite date, fixed as a matter of Parliamentary record, rather than the indicative timetable previously shared.
The Act will allow married couples to divorce without assigning blame to each other. It has been a long time coming and many family lawyers feel this is long overdue.
Whilst this date is later than originally indicated, with many believing this Act would be introduced in Autumn 2021, it is understood that the delay is to allow for the necessary IT changes to be made to the Court’s online divorce systems.
Although couples will now wait awhile longer for this important reform, they can be reassured that we now have certainty over the introduction of the Act.
If you need any information in relation to separation and divorce, contact our expert Family Law Team on 01908 660966 / 01604 828282 or email Family@franklins-sols.co.uk.Â