Brexit and the potential implications on couples and families

Since joining the EU, the free movement of people throughout Europe has led to an increase in international families in the UK, with more marriages involving people of different nationalities and from different cultures than ever before. The large number of international families in the UK could mean social, economic and legal complexities post-Brexit, with studies already showing that Brexit is causing friction within families.

The charity Relate found that one-fifth of their relationship support counsellors have worked with clients arguing in some way over Brexit. It has been noted that a similar phenomenon has arisen in the US with couples splitting as a result of their opposing views with regard to the 2016 election. Such uncertainty could have very real and serious effects on couples and their children. Therefore, it is vitally important that family law makes a smooth transition through the Brexit process to provide certainty and security for families within the UK.

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