Family Ties

Dear Sir/Madam, Regarding the family tie for determining UK residence status: If an individual is automatically considered a UK tax resident under the automatic residence test in the same tax year, does his spouse (who does not meet the automatic residence test) have a family tie by default if she spend sufficient time in the UK? I am seeking clarification on whether the automatic residence test outcome for one spouse affects the other’s family tie status within the same tax year. Thanks

Hi,
You can see guidance here: 
RDRM11530 - Residence: The SRT: Definition of a family tie
Thank you.