Paul McCartney and Heather Mills have reportedly come to a truce so they can move ahead with their divorce proceedings.

The former couple appeared at the High Court in London yesterday in the second day of preliminary hearings and reportedly discussed maintenance payments and security issues.

A source close to Heather told the Mirror: “They’ve both gone through a lot of angst but things are getting a little better. There is dialogue between them. It is a good sign.”

“Heather has no money. She is giving her Dancing with the Stars fee to charity and she needs help with cash until the settlement is finalised. She believes strongly that McCartney shoud be responsible for the safety of his family and she wanted the court to sort out a temporary agreement.”

“This important step shows they are both open to negotiation.”

A court insider told the newspaper: “There was lots of activity and to-ing and fro-ing between the lawyers. There were lots of bits of paper flying and notes exchanged. It looked very much like they were discussing money.”

“The custody issue over Beatrice is likely to be handled at a separate hearing.”