Explaining family law
Explaining family law
Mills & Reeve
Ep. 34 - Is Divorce Day real
10 minutes Posted Jan 5, 2026 at 10:48 am.
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Every January, headlines scream about a surge in break‑ups after the holidays – but is the first Monday really the tipping point for marriages?

In this episode, Tim and Jen tackle one of the biggest myths in the media: Divorce Day. They discuss the notion that the first Monday after the Christmas and New Year break sees a surge of divorce enquiries.

Analysing Mills & Reeve data from recent years, they reveal that January is not necessarily the busiest month for divorce enquiries. The conversation covers data patterns, media influence, and the thoughtful decision-making process behind divorce.