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Parental Responsibility & Repealing the Presumption of Both Parents in England and Wales

Family law in England and Wales is rooted in the principle that the welfare of the child is paramount. Yet, recent proposed reforms around parental involvement have sparked intense debate — particularly the government’s decision to repeal the statutory presumption that a child benefits from involvement by both parents. This article explains what parental responsibility and the presumption...

TOLATA : Property Rights for Unmarried Couples

Couples who are not married have fewer rights than married couples when they separate. This can cause problems if they have shared a property.   Do I have a claim on the home if we have lived together for over 2 years?   In some cases, an individual may be able to make a claim under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996, also known as ToLATA. The Act can establish the...