The government proposes treating cohabiting relationships similarly to marriage after a separation, enabling pensions, investments and housing to be divided ‘according to need’. The minimum cohabitation period is three years without a child and zero years with a child, alongside existing Schedule 1 and child maintenance rules. This may strongly affect people who are in unequal relationships or do not plan to marry. Such a move seems like significant government overreach. Feedback is welcome from everyone via the provided link. Completing the entire form is not required.

https://consult.justice.gov.uk/digital-communications/a-fairer-end-to-relationships-consultation/consultation/intro/