Should couples living together but not married have more rights?

The Law Commission says that couples living together but not married should have more rights, e.g. a financial claim if they break up. Should they?

Results ★

They should have some more rights but not all of the security of a marriage

36.97%

No, they shouldn't have any rights. Only married couples should have security

29.16%

Yes they should. Many couples choose to live together unmarried these days so should have the same rights as those who marry

25.93%

They should show that they intend to marry before having the right to make financial claims in the event of a break up

7.94%

	Answer	Percentage	Votes
Total: 806
A.	They should have some more rights but not all of the security of a marriage	36.97 %	298
B.	No, they shouldn't have any rights. Only married couples should have security	29.16 %	235
C.	Yes they should. Many couples choose to live together unmarried these days so should have the same rights as those who marry	25.93 %	209
D.	They should show that they intend to marry before having the right to make financial claims in the event of a break up	7.94 %	64

Stats until: 04:52 Tue 31st Dec 2024 (Refreshed every 5 minutes)