This section applies in relation to cases where—
proceedings for a dissolution or separation order are contemplated or have begun, and
an agreement or arrangement is made or proposed to be made between the civil partners which relates to, arises out of, or is connected with, the proceedings.
Rules of court may make provision for enabling—
the civil partners, or either of them, to refer the agreement or arrangement to the court, and
the court—
to express an opinion, if it thinks it desirable to do so, as to the reasonableness of the agreement or arrangement, and
to give such directions, if any, in the matter as it thinks fit.