Should I stay with my partner or leave?
Separation is when you, or your partner, decide to stop being a couple. Weighing up all the issues can be totally overwhelming, but ultimately you are the only one who can make the decision.
The breakdown of a marriage or relationship can be a long and traumatic process, even in an amicable separation, as the separation process can be emotionally draining and time-consuming.
Consider carefully your legal, financial and housing situation, as well as you and your children’s safety when deciding whether to end a relationship.
Even if you are on good terms and able to negotiate directly with your partner, it is important that you know your situation.
Getting support and information about your rights and options as early as possible can help you increase your control over the situation and enable you to realistically plan for your future.
To understand more about separation, see WIRE Separation and Property booklet.
