Abstract
In this chapter we look at how a divorce is obtained and consider divorce procedure, the ground for divorce, and related matters, including protection for certain spouses and also conciliation. Finally, we consider the arguments and proposals for the reform of divorce law. The law is contained in the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (MCA 1973) and procedural rules in the Family Proceedings Rules 1991 (FPR 1991).
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Brown, ‘Divorce Reform’ (1988) Fam Law 313.
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Mears, ‘Getting it wrong again? Divorce and the Law Commission’ (1991) Fam Law 231
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Standley, K. (1993). Obtaining a Divorce. In: Family Law. Macmillan Professional Masters. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-13082-5_7
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