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Leading family law team welcomes divorce law overhaul

One of Devon’s leading family law teams has welcomed today’s announcement of the introduction of ‘no fault’ divorce, hailing it a major step forward that will allow couples to end their marriages in an amicable way.

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Tips for a dementia-friendly Christmas

While Christmas is an exciting and joyous occasion for many, it can also be a stressful and lonely time for people affected by dementia, their family and carers.

The stark reality is there are 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK, with more than 13,800 across Devon. With this in mind, tens of thousands of families will be preparing for a Christmas with someone affected by the condition and many will be living alone.

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Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law back divorce reforms

Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law are backing a national campaign to change the law and reduce the negative effects of divorce on children.

This week is Good Divorce Week, an initiative which is led by Resolution, an organisation of 6,500 family lawyers and professionals from across England and Wales, which believes in ‘a constructive non-confrontational approach’ to family law matters.

Recent and Future Changes in Marriage and Divorce Laws

Laws surrounding marriage in the UK have remained largely unchanged since the Marriage Act 1836 was introduced. Since then the main two changes have been the inclusion of civil partnerships in 2004 and legalisation of same sex marriage in 2013. Divorce law has also undergone few changes, with the 1969 Divorce Reform Act which allows couples to divorce after being separated for two years being its biggest adaptation.

How to Care for Yourself Before You Start Dating Again

The dating world is a challenging one. Some are looking for true love, some are looking for just a bit of fun, some fall in love at the wrong time, and others are lucky enough to meet the right person at the right time. For every success story there are dozens of failures, and yet we all put ourselves out there for a chance of our very own happily ever after.

Top Innovative Ways for Mothers to Safeguard Their Child’s Futures

Parents want the absolute best for their children, and occasionally this means breaking from the mould of tradition and instead opting for new, innovative methods. From preparing them for a better future where they can achieve all their dreams with ease, to simply taking an extra step that will help them if their health ever takes a turn for the worse, here are the top three innovative ways all expecting mothers can start to prepare a bright future for their child.

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Make your Christmas magical with Cotley Christmas Tree Farm

In every picture-perfect Christmas scene there is a family gathered around a green and twinkling Christmas tree where beautifully wrapped presents await underneath.

For over 16 years, families across Devon have been embarking on a journey into the idyllic Whimple countryside to visit Helen and Lester Bowker’s Cotley Christmas Tree Farm, to select their perfect Christmas tree.

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Is your name Jennifer Susan Phillips, maiden name House, you lived In Wokingham from 1950 to ?? then Dennis is looking to reconnect with you

I have learnt that you married Michael Charles Phillips in 1971 at Exeter and I believe that you still live in the Area. We met in Reading and had a relationship that was far to short, at the time you had brilliant red hair that was dyed black, and you worked at London Bottle Closures.

Fun for all the family at the Bear Trail this Halloween

Halloween zombie fun at one of Devon’s most popular attractions

Prepare for Halloween horrors as bloodthirsty zombies return to one of Devon’s most popular tourist attractions.

Following the success of last year’s event, The Bear Trail, which is based between Exeter and Cullompton, is once again being turned over to hordes of creepy zombies.

Sign up now for the event, which takes place on Sunday, October 28. Tackle the trail, wade through the muddy ditches and swing out of the reach of the dangerous lurching zombies as they give chase across the trail’s obstacles – and remember, beware what lurks beneath…

Cofton Holidays to host ‘fang-tastic’ events programme during October half term

Multi-award winning Cofton Holidays has announced a Spooktacular programme of events for little monsters this Autumn.

As Halloween creeps closer, Cofton has announced a range of activities perfect for keeping the kids entertained this half term. From Wednesday 24th to Wednesday 31st October 2018, children staying at Cofton Holidays can enjoy fang-tastic magic shows, pumpkin carving, ghostly parties and much more.

How to help a loved one when they’re arrested

The moment somebody close to you is arrested, especially if it is your child, you will feel as if your whole world has come crumbling down. You’ll likely go into a frenzy, and that’ll result in you making decisions that benefit neither you nor your loved one.