COVID 19: England Undertaking Small Marriages/Civil Partnerships Guidance

An updated Guidance has been issued on the 22^nd March in relation to the provision of Small marriages and civil partnerships. It sets out the changes anticipated to occur over the over the next few weeks in a user friendly format.  

However, it clearly states:-

“The COVID-19 Response - Spring 2021 roadmap sets out the staged return of weddings and civil partnerships. At each stage, the decision to proceed to the next step will be guided by data not dates and the four tests set out in the roadmap. A week’s notice will be provided before any step is taken.”

We therefore anticipate further updates to be issued but this document provides clarity on the current roadmap, numbers for attendance at the ceremony and reception at each stage and even a Template form for collecting consent and contact details for attendees at places of worship.