Hundreds of newly single people are attending an event billed as Britain's first divorce fair. The Starting Over Show says it aims to help people “bounce back” from breakups. It is taking place Sunday at a hotel in the English seaside resort of Brighton. Organizer Suzy Miller says the fair tries to focus on the positive and provide support to those experiencing a breakup. Attendees can talk to lawyers, counselors, astrologers, financial advisers and lifestyle coaches. There is a play area for kids, as well as comforting tea and cake. Organizers say they sold 300 advance tickets at about 5 pounds ($7) each. Britain has one of Europe's highest divorce rates, with 2.6 divorces per 1,000 people compared with a European average of 1.8, according to 2001 EU statistics.
