Non-marriage relationships

Most people still choose to get married, but others opt for cohabitation. Same-sex couples usually register a civil partnership. Here, we explain your legal rights and responsibilities in these relationships.

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Cohabitation and common law marriage

How moving in together affects your legal position. The rights and responsibilities of cohabiting couples and what happens if the relationship ends

One woman placing the ring on another woman's finger to unite their civil partnership
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Civil partnership

How to register a civil partnership, financial affairs and children for civil partners, and how a civil partnership can be brought to an end

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