UK Divorce Rates

UK Divorce Rates The old saying goes that a third of marriages end in divorce. The divorce rate in the UK is actually higher than this estimate. The · following infographic outlines the most recent data recorded by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) concerning divorce in the UK. Key Facts 42% 118,140 DIVORCES IN of marriages are expected to end in divorce. 2012 DIVORCE RATE HIGHEST FOR AGES 40-,' 48% OF COUPLES HAVE AT - LEAST ONE/ CHILD 44 • Cause of Divorce The following data refers to the party to whom divorce was granted and the fact proven at divorce in the year 2012. Separation Behaviour (2 years and consent) Behaviour Separation (2 years and conisent) Separation (5 years) Adultery Adultery, Separation (5 years) Desertion How to Cope Divorce can be a terrible experience for both parties and any children involved. Recognise that it's OK to feel a variety of feelings from sadness to Look to the future. Figure out new hopes and dreams that will replace old Take a break, you need time to heal. Don't go through it alone. ones. anger. Sources: http://www.helpguide.org/articles/family- divorce/coping-with-a-breakup-or- MAIDAENTS SERIOUS CRIME SOLICITORS http://www.ons.gov.uk/ons/rel/vsob1/divor ces-in-england-and-wales/2012/stb- divorces-2012.html#tab-Key-findings http://www.theguardian.com/news/datablo g/2010/jan/28/divorce-rates-marriage-ons www.maidments.co.uk