What is the ratio in Bellinger v Bellinger?

UK law's failure to recognise gender reassignment for marriage purposes violated Articles 8 and 12 ECHR, but comprehensive reform required legislation rather than judicial intervention.

What did the court decide in Bellinger v Bellinger?

The House of Lords declared UK law incompatible with human rights but declined to grant relief, stating that the complex issues required legislative rather than judicial reform.

Why is Bellinger v Bellinger important for family law?

It directly led to the Gender Recognition Act 2004 and demonstrates how courts can declare law incompatible with human rights while leaving comprehensive reform to Parliament.

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