Petition · past parliament

Cohabiting couples who split should get the same legal rights as married.

Closed 65 signatures

What the petition asks

I have been with my partner for 26 years living together for over 20 years. We have 2 children together he has many properties and a business. The relationship has broken down and I find myself not entitled to a penny as he has not put my name on any of his properties which were bought together.

Timeline

19 Feb 2016 Petition opened for signatures
19 Aug 2016 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 65
Status Closed
Opened 19 Feb 2016
Closed 19 Aug 2016

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.