Divorces rose as the pandemic put families under unforeseen new pressures last year, and now the usual post-Christmas wave of break-ups has begun.
A new law making it quicker and easier to divorce was passed in the summer and will take effect later this year, but it s still important to sort out marital finances properly rather than rush through it.
Money experts offer tips on doing this fairly and explain the risks to avoid below.
Break-ups: A new law making it quicker and easier to divorce will come into effect later this year, but there is no date scheduled yet