The change came after years of campaigning and the first ceremonies took place later that month.

Tory former minister Richard Holden says the children of first cousins are at greater risk of birth defects.

Emma Barnes, who lives in Bristol, said she had a "journey of growth" with her now ex-partner Casper.

The government has opposed petitions in the country's top court that seek criminalisation of marital rape.

Aileen and Bill Turnbull had only seen the 1967 footage once before leaving Aberdeen for Australia.

The newlyweds say they are looking forward to a "long and happy" future together.

The number of births is at its lowest since 1855 but death rates for the population return to normal after Covid.

The World Champion blamed "losing too many kilos" and "irrepressible enthusiasm" for the mishap.