New Wedding Law Every Supplier Should Know About in 2025

Pippa Florijn
Oct 2
2 min read

The wedding industry is built on love stories — but behind the scenes, laws and regulations shape how those stories begin. As suppliers, planners, and venues, it’s vital we stay ahead of legal changes so we can guide our couples with confidence.

Outdoor Weddings Made Permanent

The temporary COVID-era allowance for outdoor civil weddings and civil partnerships has now been made permanent. This is one of the most exciting reforms for the trade, giving couples more flexibility in how and where they say “I do.”

What this means for the trade:

Venues can expand their ceremony offerings outdoors — gardens, terraces, courtyards, and other approved spaces.

Planners, florists, and stylists have more creative freedom to design outdoor celebrations.

Always confirm with the local authority that the chosen outdoor area is officially licensed.

Looking Ahead: Future Reforms

The Law Commission has proposed a wider overhaul of wedding law, aiming to bring centuries-old rules into the modern age. The focus? Shifting from building-based rules to officiant-based rules.

What this could mean in future:

Greater freedom in where weddings can take place — from forests to family homes.

More flexibility in who can officiate, moving away from restrictions tied to licensed buildings.

A more inclusive and personal approach to ceremonies.

The wedding industry thrives when couples feel supported and informed. By staying up to date on the legal landscape, we can:

Provide accurate guidance to couples.
Adjust our services to reflect new opportunities.
Position ourselves as trusted, professional partners in the planning journey.

2025 brings both practical changes (like registration updates) and creative opportunities (with permanent outdoor weddings). As always, knowledge is power — and in our industry, it’s also good business!