I am worried ex-husband’s heavy debt will hurt our children’s future

DEAR DEIDRE: I’M fretting about the heavy debts my ex-husband has accumulated throughout our marriage.

A few weeks ago, we separated and I moved in with my parents.

I’ve only learned about his debts since moving out and I’m really concerned about our future and those of our children.

I’m 48, my ex is 47 and our children are teenagers.

I had planned to use my half of the money from the sale of the house to secure a smaller place for the three of us.

Now I’m not sure this will happen. What can I do?

DEIDRE SAYS: Firstly, you need good solid legal advice, which you can find via rightsofwomen.org.uk.

It is a family law advice line for women.

It offers help to those affected by domestic violence, sexual violence and family law on injunctions.

Secondly, try to keep communications with your ex civil.

It will help you to arrive at the most amicable resolution possible. My Divorce support pack will help too.