London (CNN) UK divorce laws will change to allow couples to separate without apportioning blame in order to "reduce family conflict," the Ministry of Justice announced Tuesday.

Family justice professionals expressed strong support for reform during a public consultation, according to a government press release, and the existing 50-year-old laws will now be updated with new legislation to be introduced to UK Parliament.

Experts say current rules can make conflict worse, reduce the chances of reconciliation, and damage children who are stuck in the middle, according to the release.

"Hostility and conflict between parents leave their mark on children and can damage their life chances," said Justice Secretary David Gauke.

"While we will always uphold the institution of marriage, it cannot be right that our outdated law creates or increases conflict between divorcing couples."

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