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One Swallow Does Not Make A Summer

An analysis of XW v XH [2019] EWCA Civ 2262

Introduction:

In White (2000) Lord Nicholls powerfully emphasised “one principle of universal application“, namely that: 

• “In seeking to achieve a fair outcome, there is no place for discrimination between the husband and the wife and their respective roles“, at p.605 B/C; and

•  “..whatever the division of labour chosen by the husband and wife, or forced upon them by circumstances, fairness requires that this should not prejudice or advantage either party when considering” their respective contributions, at p. 605 D; and 

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