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In the biggest overhaul to marriage law since the 19th century, reforms are set to give marrying couples greater freedom and boost the economy by £535 million.
How to get married or form a civil partnership in the UK, giving notice of marriage at a register office, visas, paying fees.
You can get married or form a civil partnership in England or Wales if…
You must apply for a visa to come to the UK to give notice, get married or…
You must decide where to have your marriage or civil partnership ceremony…
You must sign a legal statement at your local register office to say you…
You must bring originals of the following documents to your appointment:…
When you get married or form a civil partnership, you get certain legal…
Statement setting out the CMA’s views on how the law operates in relation to contracts for wedding services affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
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How you can have a marriage annulled, the reasons you can give for annulling a marriage and the forms you will need to apply for an annulment. This includes information from the withdrawn D191 guide.
Detais of the order that allows licensed premises in England and Wales to stay open late for the royal wedding.
Responses to the proposal to relax licensing hours for the Royal Wedding.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Qatar, including guidance on local laws and customs, employment and travel bans.
A list of premises that have been approved for civil marriages and civil partnerships in England and Wales.
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