Assumption: "The government announced prenups are now legally binding — so my prenuptial agreement will be enforced by the court."
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What People Expect
A government announcement about making prenups binding means the law has already changed and your agreement is now enforceable.
Court Reality
The government launched a consultation in June 2026 proposing 'Qualifying Nuptial Agreements' that would be binding. But a consultation is not a law change. Prenups remain persuasive in England and Wales — the court considers them but is not bound by them. Until legislation is passed, your prenup does not guarantee the outcome.
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The Gap?
"The government announced prenups are now legally binding — so my prenuptial agreement will be enforced by the court."
Court Reality
The government launched a consultation in June 2026 proposing 'Qualifying Nuptial Agreements' that would be binding. But a consultation is not a law change. Prenups remain persuasive in England and Wales — the court considers them but is not bound by them. Until legislation is passed, your prenup does not guarantee the outcome.
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