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The CMA is investigating suspected breaches of consumer protection law in the weddings sector.
The CMA has issued new warnings to firms over concerns that couples are still not receiving fair refunds for weddings that could not go ahead during the pandemic.
Outdoor weddings at licensed venues in England and Wales will be legalised permanently after the change received overwhelming support from the public, faith groups and the wedding industry.
Marrying couples will have greater choice in how they celebrate their big day under government plans to legalise outdoor weddings in England and Wales.
In light of the pandemic's impact on wedding services, and following complaints made to our COVID-19 Taskforce, we've published an open letter to businesses in the weddings sector.
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