Clare Radcliffe, Partner in the Family team, has commented in The i Paper, the Law Society Gazette and the Mail on Sunday on proposed reforms to the financial rights of cohabiting couples.
Clare discussed the prospect of greater protection for long-term cohabitants but cautioned that the proposed eligibility criteria could be too broad, particularly for young, childless couples who may move in together primarily to reduce costs. She also highlighted the possible implications for parents who contribute towards a child’s house deposit.
Commenting on the proposed three-year qualifying period, Clare said: “Three years when you are young and haven’t got any children and are just starting out is not the same as three years when you are 35 and in a relationship. Care will be needed to ensure that the identification of potential claimants is not too broad.”
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