Finances

Maintenance Pending Suit (MPS)

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A temporary, interim order for one spouse to pay the other regular maintenance while a financial remedy case is still going on — before the final settlement is decided. It's designed to meet urgent day-to-day needs when one party can't support themselves during the proceedings. Often shortened to 'MPS'.

In Plain English

This is temporary financial support paid by one spouse to the other while the divorce case is still ongoing. it ensures both people can pay their bills until a final settlement is reached.

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Published19 August 2026Last reviewed23 September 2026

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