302‑200.01 What is an interdependency re302‑200.01 What is an interdependency relationship—matters to be taken into account

302‑200.01 What is an interdependency relationship—matters to be taken into account

(1) For the purposes of paragraph 302‑200(3)(a) of the Act, this section specifies matters that are to be taken into account in determining whether 2 persons have an interdependency relationship under section 302‑200 of the Act. (2) The matters are: (a) all of the circumstances of the relationship between the persons, including (where relevant): (i) the duration of the relationship; and (ii) whether or not a sexual relationship exists; and (iii) the ownership, use and acquisition of property; and (iv) the degree of mutual commitment to a shared life; and (v) the care and support of children; and (vi) the reputation and public aspects of the relationship; and (vii) the degree of emotional support; and (viii) the extent to which the relationship is one of mere convenience; and (ix) any evidence suggesting that the parties intend the relationship to be permanent; and (b) the existence of a statutory declaration signed by one of the persons to the effect that the person is, or (in the case of a statutory declaration made after the end of the relationship) was, in an interdependency relationship with the other person.