Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act 1970
Public General Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom
The Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act 1970 (c. 45) is an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom concerning court cases between married people.
Contents
The most important remaining provision is that under section 37 a court has power to vary the shares of equity in a home of a husband and wife to the extent it views to be just.
Subsequent developments
Section 38 of the act was repealed by section 12(2) of, and schedule 3 to, the Matrimonial Homes Act 1983, which came into force on 9 August 1983.
See also
English land law
English property law
Civil Partnership Act 2004 ss 65, 66, 72 and Schs 5-7
Notes
References
External links
Text of the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act 1970 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.
Text of the Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Act 1970 as originally enacted or made within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.
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