Members of ultra-Orthodox Jewish community ‘given advice’ claiming large weddings are ‘legitimate’

This is the moment maskless guests party at a lockdown-breaching ultra-Orthodox Jewish wedding in London. Video shows dozens of guests dancing together as they mark the occasion with the ‘illegal’ event, which reportedly took place in January. Weddings are currently banned under Covid lockdown rules, with marriage ceremonies only allowed under ‘exceptional circumstances’ – such … Read more

Tory MPs demand PM allow Covid-safe weddings from March 8

Senior Tories demand Boris Johnson allow Covid-safe weddings from March 8 and unrestricted ceremonies from May 1 as ‘half a million couples keep having their big day ruined by lockdowns’ Group of senior Tory MPs urge Boris Johnson to give green-light to weddings Some 13 Conservatives want Covid-secure ceremonies allowed from March 8  They then … Read more

Covid UK: Lockdown visitors ruin one of Britain’s most important ancient forests by holding weddings

Lockdown visitors ruin one of Britain’s most important ancient forests by holding weddings, leaving litter and stripping moss from trees for their hanging baskets Devon County Council say visitors are ‘ruining’ Wistman’s Wood on Dartmoor People have held weddings, left litter and stripped moss from dwarf oak trees  Area likely to be left-over from ancient forest … Read more

TONY HETHERINGTON: A voucher’s no help…the wedding’s over!

Tony Hetherington is Financial Mail on Sunday’s ace investigator, fighting readers corners, revealing the truth that lies behind closed doors and winning victories for those who have been left out-of-pocket. Find out how to contact him below.  Ms M.T. writes: I arranged to go to Sicily for a wedding, but was diagnosed with cancer and … Read more

Shutdown of churches and ban on weddings during Covid crisis has cost CofE ‘£150MILLION’

Shutdown of churches and ban on weddings during Covid crisis has cost CofE ‘£150MILLION’ and could trigger a cull of parishes Sources suggest Church of England lost £150m in donations during Covid crisis  Money-saving reforms could include cutting number of bishops to less than ten Parish boundaries could be redrawn to reduce the number from … Read more

Covid death of the big white wedding dress? How pandemic weddings are changing bridal trends

With the coronavirus pandemic limiting weddings across the country to as few as 15 guests, many couples tying the knot in 2020 have been forced to rethink – or completely reorganise – their big day.  Smaller wedding ceremonies have meant a greater number of brides ditching the traditional big white dress in favour of a … Read more

Katherine Ryan says weddings are ‘gross’ and men aren’t ready to get wed ‘until they’re divorced’

Katherine Ryan says traditional white weddings are ‘gross’ and believes men aren’t ready to get married ‘until they’re divorced.’ The Netflix star, 37, got hitched last December in a low-key ceremony in Denmark with childhood sweetheart Bobby Kootstra after the pair rekindled their romance. And speaking exclusively to MailOnline, she told how a big star-studded … Read more

Hilarious gallery reveals the perfectly timed snaps that capture embarrassing moments at weddings

For better or WORSE! Hilarious photos capture awkward wedding blunders – including a groom who tore his trousers and a bride being dropped Social media users from around the world have shared their embarrassing snaps Amomedia rounded up a selection of funny photos taken on wedding days  Among the images is a bridal party who … Read more

Insurers unfairly rejecting claims for cancelled weddings

‘We fought for £9.5k refund’: Insurers are unfairly rejecting claims for cancelled weddings By Money Mail Reporter For The Daily Mail Published: 22:27 BST, 25 August 2020 | Updated: 22:27 BST, 25 August 2020 Fighting back: Teachers Lidia Szmid, 30, and partner Adam Burton, 32 Insurers are unfairly rejecting claims for cancelled weddings.  But one couple … Read more

Lockdown easing means weddings can go ahead from TODAY

British couples who feared their wedding receptions would remain cancelled due to the pandemic have shared their relief at the government’s decision to allow the celebrations from today. Downing Street announced last night that wedding receptions for up to 30 guests will be permitted, but only in the form of a sit-down meal and in … Read more