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Civil Partnership Ceremony

The information below is an example of the running order of a civil partnership ceremony and should be used as a guide only. 

 

Entrance of Partner 1/Partner 2/Couple

Welcome and introduction by Registrar

Formal giving away*

Legal statements and call for objections 

Place for reading*

Declarations

Place for reading*

Personal Vows*

Exchange of rings*

Kiss!*

Place for reading*

Signing of the schedule 

Closing of the ceremony by Registrar 

Announcement of the newly joined civil partners

Exit of couple 

 

*Optional additions that you can choose to include if you wish. Details about personal additions should be included when you complete the Ceremony Options Form. 

 

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