Family
The breakdown of any relationship is often a challenging and uncertain time with many issues to be resolved; having the right information helps you to make the best decision for you.
If you are divorcing a marriage or ending a civil partnership you will have to be married for at least a year before you can do so.
There are various factors you will need to consider:
- Where each partner and children will live
- Children access arrangements
- Dividing finances and possessions
- Possible implications on immigration and visa status.
If you are a survivor of Domestic Abuse or gender violence or are currently going through this, or you are not sure and want to speak to somoene. You can call the Council's Safe to Talk line on 0800 111 4998. You can also look online at our links here.
If you're in immediate danger you should call 999.
If you can't talk and are in immediate danger call 999 and press 55 and the police will attend.
For information on making arrangements for children following a separation click here.
There are several legal ways to authority to manage another person's affairs, such as Power of Attorney or being a Deputy. What is needed depends on the situation. Read more here.
For more information on how to do a will, and information on what to do after a death please see this link.
For information on Child Maintenance or other issues relating to children (such as protecting them or getting help from the local council) see this link.
