The move would mean two people who have chosen to live together rather than marry or enter a civil partnership would have to split property 50-50 just as divorcing couples must do.<\/p>\n
MPs have been pushing for a bill that means 3.4 million cohabiting couples have the same financial rights as those who are married.<\/p>\n
This will ensure that both parties are protected and that in the event of a relationship break up one party is not left without a roof over their head.<\/p>\n
The call, if successful, would mean two people who have chosen to live together rather than marry or enter a civil partnership would have to split property 50-50 just as divorcing couples must do in the event that they separate.<\/p>\n
The report suggests that one in five couples live together without getting hitched or being in civil partnerships meaning this would be a big step should it be successful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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