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Politics · 12 March 2026

MPs debate changing marriage rules in Westminster Hall

MPs debate changing marriage rules in Westminster Hall

MPs gathered in Westminster Hall on 12 March to debate whether marriage regulations in England and Wales need updating for modern life. A separate debate also took place on government support for the carnival sector across the UK. Westminster Hall debates are non-binding but allow MPs to raise issues and test ministerial thinking ahead of potential legislative action.

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