Three decades after a pivotal referendum, Ireland's divorce process continues to face criticism for being one of Europe's slowest and most expensive systems. Individuals like Patricia highlight the secrecy surrounding divorce, expressing frustration over the lack of open conversations, education, and support. Even with reforms, the timeline for divorce can stretch to years, causing psychological stress for families, especially children. The article emphasizes the urgent need for further reforms to alleviate this burden and promote transparency in the divorce process.
"Divorce is clouded in a shroud of secrecy," says Patricia*, a mother of two from Co Westmeath. "Looking back, I went into it completely blind..."
"When we started the process, you had to prove you were separated for two years," she recalls. "This was down from the original four. We should have been divorced just after that two-year mark..."
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