Divorce is one of the most significant contributors to students’ decision to leave school early, a study on early school leaving by President’s Foundation for the Wellbeing of Society has found. The study, carried out by the National Observatory for Living with Dignity within the foundation, found that what students’ experience at home impacted their decision to leave school prior to obtaining the desired qualifications. “Divorce may cause the most profound, emotional trauma and leaves the biggest impact on children, particularly in low socio-economic status contexts defined by limited social and cultural capital,” the observatory’s chair Carmel Borg said. “Children […]

Humanist weddings are growing in popularity in the UK. Well, let’s be accurate… Humanist weddings are growing in popularity in Scotland. David Cameron, in his infinite wisdom, and even though he fought for gay marriage in Parliament, put the kaibosh on humanist weddings for no discernible reason. Scotland, on the other hand, has embraced humanist weddings; so much so that they are now more popular then CoS and Catholic weddings and trail only to secular civil weddings. Yay Scotland. Last year, Northern Island legally recognised them; in England and Wales, they are ‘recognised’ but carry no legal weight. C’mon! What […]

Laurence Fox has divulged details of the crippling financial side to his 2016 divorce from wife Billie Piper.  The 40-year-old actor spoke to The Times, as he branded the split ‘hor-rend-dous’ and admitted he misses the ‘large bank account’ he shared with his then-wife, with whom he has sons Winston, 10, and Eugene, six.  In the candid chat, Laurence, best known for his previous role on Lewis and being part of the Fox acting dynasty, admitted he used ‘time, forgiveness and compassion’ to help get him through the painful and pricey split. Pained: Laurence Fox has divulged details of the crippling financial […]

They’ve been separated since 2017, and today Paul Hollywood’s wife Alex gave her first TV interview since the split. The mum-of-one, who was married to the Great British Bake Off star for 19 years, appeared on This Morning to give her side of the story. READ MORE CELEBRITY NEWS Last month, reports emerged that Alex had come face-to-face with Paul’s current girlfriend, 23 -year-old Summer Monteys-Fullam. The pair allegedly had a spat in Marks & Spencer on Valentine’s Day which led to the police being called. Days later, Summer’s mother released a video where she gave their version of events. […]

The publisher of the Mirror titles and the Sunday People has failed in a Court of Appeal bid to ensure confidential sources are protected in the disclosure of call records as part of phone-hacking litigation. Mirror Group Newspapers applied to the High Court in March last year to amend the “early disclosure” regime, which means it must provide phone-hacking claimants with call data in relation to them and four nominated friends or family members, known as associates. Mr Justice Mann dismissed the case, saying the regime was “very important to the just and proportionate disposal of cases” and that the […]

A new study has found that people who marry in Humanist ceremonies are three times less likely to get divorced. Humanist ceremonies, which are legally recognised in Scotland and Northern Ireland, are non-religious and more flexible than civil or register office ceremonies. Humanists UK say that, ‘a humanist, non-religious wedding ceremony gives you the opportunity to marry where you want, when you want and how you want. There’s no set script: it’s too personal an occasion for that. You can set the tone that’s right for you.’ The study used figures obtained from the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service as […]

The publisher of the Mirror titles and the Sunday People has failed in a Court of Appeal bid to ensure confidential sources are protected in the disclosure of call records as part of phone-hacking litigation. Mirror Group Newspapers applied to the High Court in March last year to amend the “early disclosure” regime, which means it must provide phone-hacking claimants with call data in relation to them and four nominated friends or family members, known as associates. Mr Justice Mann dismissed the case, saying the regime was “very important to the just and proportionate disposal of cases” and that the […]

The court has ruled in favour of claimants in a battle over medical agency fees that affects thousands of low-value personal injury cases. Ruling in Beardmore v Lancashire CC in Liverpool County Court earlier this month, Judge Graham Wood QC rejected the defendant’s attack on the recoverability of agency fees charged for obtaining medical records in employers’ and public liability cases that have exited the portal process and fall under CPR 45.29I. The dispute arose from a straightforward tripping claim that settled for £3,500 after leaving the portal. The defendant agreed to pay the relevant fixed legal costs and the […]

You can overcome your fears if you learn to listen to them differently. When the Kansas tornado picked up Dorothy’s house and whisked it off to Munchkinland, she was naturally afraid. And feeling scared of life after divorce isn’t much different, really. Marriage, with all its imperfections and frustrations, is the thing you “know”. Or at least you think you do. It’s the “Auntie Em”, the point on your compass that you at least recognize. And familiarity is comforting — even, ironically, when it’s uncomfortable. Whether or not you wanted to end your marriage, divorce represents the tornado that can […]

After the stress of going through a divorce, it can be difficult to think about dating again. Everyone has their own timeline for when they might want to get out there. “More important than the length of time is what one does during that time,” says Christina Jones, LCSW. “It’s important to be self-reflective and mourn the loss, as well as learn what one can ‘do’ better in their next relationship.” But, once you’re ready, these tips will make it easier. Wait until your divorce or separation is final before you start dating. Even if you know your marriage is […]