Government considers new laws on pre-nup agreements

The coalition is reportedly considering new laws to recognise pre-nuptial agreements for marrying couples.

Government considers new laws on pre-nup agreements

The coalition is reportedly considering new laws to recognise pre-nuptial agreements for marrying couples.

According to a report today in the Irish Independent, the Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald is investigating what impact pre-nups would have on families.

The Catholic Chruch is opposed to such legislation being brought forward, as they believe it would weaken the definition of marriage.

Under current law, pre-nups have no legal standing, but can be used as a guide in the division of assets in separation cases.

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