These National Statistics deal with divorces up to 2008, they are accordingly some two years behind.
They also suggest there has been a fall in divorce. In fact, after a small halt in divorces and drop in 2006, they have in reality increased during 2009 and 2010.
Source: statistics.gov.uk
A. You cannot commence divorce proceedings on your own adultery, or indeed your own unreasonable behaviour.
Q. Do I have grounds to petition?A. There is only one ground for divorce in England and Wales, that is that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. This can be on one or more of five facts. These are: Adultery; unreasonable behavour; desertion for two years; separation for two years with both spouses agreeing, or separation for five years.
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