A recent study has found children that experience a family split in their late childhood and early adolescence (between the ages of seven and 14) are more likely to have emotional and behavioural problems than those who live with both of their parents.

Earlier this month, the High Court in London ruled that a marriage under Islamic Law is under the scope of marriage law in England. While it was found to be within the scope of marriage, it was found that it would be void under marriage rules.

It is no longer the case that most married couples agree to split their assets down the middle in the event of a divorce. Increasingly, couples are drawing up post-nuptial agreements, sometimes even well into their marriage. These post-nuptials often come as a result of a large financial event such as a windfall.

An ex-sheriff who was divorced by his wife without his knowledge has asked a judge to scrap the ruling, which was passed while he was on holiday in India.

Family lawyers across the country have been preparing for a large number of inquiries over the next few days from couples who are ready to divorce following an unenjoyable festive season spent together.