Tying the knot: reforming weddings law in England and Wales

Closes 24 Sep 2026

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Chapter 3: The Legal Formation of Marriage

5. Do you agree with the proposal to allow consent to be expressed through the performance of actions in religious and non-religious belief ceremonies?

Please explain your reasoning.

6. Do you agree with the proposed required words for civil weddings?

Please explain your reasoning.

7. Are there any specific variations to the required words that should be considered acceptable and to which “words to the same effect” should apply?

Please explain your reasoning and/or give examples.