14/06/2021
Weddings of more than 30 can go ahead.
Not the full release from lockdown we all hoped but wedding have been listed to, and more than 30 can now attend.
What we know so far:
The 30-person cap on weddings will be removed from 21 June
Rule on singing and dancing will remain.
The capacity of each venue will be limited by its ability to fulfil social distancing requirements.
Venues must be Covid-secure and may only offer table service for food and drink.
Each table may seat a maximum of six guests.
Stand-up drinks receptions remain banned at both indoor and outdoor venues.
Risk assessments must also be undertaken by venues in order to calculate how many people can safely be present.
Couples planning to celebrate on private land and in residential gardens will also need to carry out simple risk assessments to work out the appropriate maximum number of guests, if they are planning to host more than 30 people.
Both guests and staff at weddings must still wear a face mask when indoors, except when dining and drinking.
In addition, dancing will be banned by law at indoor venues under Covid regulations.
Outdoors on private land, dancing will be advised against but not technically illegal. Marquees must have at least two sides fully open to count as outdoor venues.
Musical performances may take place, at a limit of up to six performers - including singers - indoors, and up to 30 performers outdoors.
Communal singing by guests, including hymns, is not allowed.
* Above as confirmed by the Telegraph and will continue to be updated but we hope it provides a few details to help understanding of the changes. Please see official government websites once details are released.