Editor of wedding planning destination Hitched, Sarah Allard, comments: “This is a positive step for couples who no longer want to wait to tie the knot and want to move ahead with their wedding with a small group of guests. After a difficult year of uncertainty, this is also promising news for many of our licensed venues who will now be able to open up and host ceremonies next month.

“While we all remain optimistic and hopeful, it’s important that the sector remains cautious as we await clarity on the guidance and exactly what will be allowed to take place at these locations. Our licensed venue partners will be working fast to make sure dream weddings can go ahead within the next few weeks and months, so it’s key that we receive that needed clarity soon to avoid further disappointment.”

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