Church of England law relaxes wedding rules

Wed Oct 1, 2008

LONDON (Reuters Life!) - A new British law making it easier for couples to get married in Anglican churches comes into force on Wednesday.

Previously, couples could only get married in a church if they worshipped there regularly, lived in the parish or applied for a special license.

Under the new rules, called the "Church of England Marriage Measure," couples can choose to get married in a place with a special connection for themselves or their families.

"Getting married in church just got easier," said Stephen Cottrell, the Bishop of Reading, saying it had been difficult for people in the past. the rest