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David Lammy: “That's why I'm reforming archaic rules, so couples have more freedom to say 'I do' on their own terms, while…”

On the recordJuly 17, 2026
That's why I'm reforming archaic rules, so couples have more freedom to say 'I do' on their own terms, while strengthening safeguards to protect the meaning and permanence of marriage.
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David Lammy
Labour Party
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bbc.co.uk

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Announcing changes to marriage laws.

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