Policy briefing April 2019
In April's policy briefing, we look at the government's divorce reform announcement, new findings from BSA on common-law marriage and more.
News
Keep up with all Resolution’s news, including announcements on our latest events and resources, key policy updates and news from our members.
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Resolution welcomes government commitment on no-fault divorce
Resolution has welcomed the government's renewed commitment to reform family law to allow for no-fault divorce.
Resolution responds to Legal Aid Review
Resolution responds to the Ministry of Justice's long-awaited review into the impact of the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act (LASPO).
Cohabitation Committee Chair responds to new common-law marriage figures
Cohabitation Committee Chair Graeme Fraser responds to new figures released by NatCen showing 46% of British adults mistakenly believe in legal protections from common-law marriage.
National Chair comments on government publishing draft domestic abuse bill
Margaret Heathcote, National Chair of Resolution, comments as government publishes their draft domestic abuse bill.
Policy Briefing January 2019
Highlights from our Good Divorce Week 2018 and all the developments in family law policy.
Highlights from Good Divorce Week 2018
Our Good Divorce Week 2018 was a huge success. The week focused on how separating parents could minimise the impact of conflict on their children from divorce or separation. The campaign had a number of highlights, many thanks to all those who supported it.
Divorce law reform urgently needed to reduce impact on children
Resolution urges government to reform divorce law as soon as possible, during the annual Good Divorce Week 2019.
Resolution responds to the government’s civil partnership announcement
Resolution responds to the government's civil partnership announcement
Resolution heralds ‘landmark moment’ for divorce law
Responding to the news that the government intends to introduce no-fault divorce, the family justice body Resolution has welcomed the plans, which it says will reduce conflict among separating couples.