From the comment pages of the Yorkshire Post, 23/10/2009.
Divorced from reality in the 21st century
By Marilyn Stowe
WE should all be raising glasses this week to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Divorce Reform Act 1969 gaining royal assent.
The landmark statute made divorce easier, introducing what became known as “quickie divorces”. It eliminated the previous extensive, fault-based procedure, was a milestone for women’s rights, and its momentous implications are still being felt today.
On the statute’s birthday, however, I am horrified to note that the divorce wind now appears to be blowing in the opposite direction, with prominent commentators suggesting divorce should be made harder and settlements less favourable to ordinary women. Continue reading >
Well worth the read, it’s inspirational.
I do feel very strongly that the years a woman spends looking after children are just as important as years that a woman spends helping her husband build up a business. Consequently she should get the same consideration in any financial settlement.