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					Originally Posted by diane boden  I'm sure I heard on the news something about the law being changed to recognise people in long term relationships getting the same rights as married couples | 
 
  Yes, I believe this is the case now, your cousin has the same rights as if they were married. Getting in touch with the Citizens Advice Bureau is a good idea, it's a free service and they'll be able to advise her. xxx