Wedding Training - The Legalities And Practicalities

As a Humanist Celebrant, you have the flexibility to officiate at a wedding ceremony anywhere in Scotland, as long as you have the owner's consent. This means that you can choose unique and personalized locations for the ceremony, such as private homes, outdoor spaces, or other non-traditional venues. The emphasis is on creating a meaningful and personal experience for the couple, tailored to their beliefs and values.

The immediate advice that should be given to the couple is to ensure that the description of the venue on the wedding schedule is sufficiently broad to include both indoor and outdoor options. This is important because if it rains on the day of their wedding, they will have the option to move the ceremony to the Garden Suite instead of the outdoor gardens. By including both options in the schedule, they can be prepared for any weather conditions and make a decision on the spot without any confusion or delays.

This statement is false because the two witnesses do not need to be known to the couple getting married. In most jurisdictions, the only requirement is that the witnesses are of legal age and mentally competent. They can be friends, family members, or even strangers who are willing to fulfill this role. The purpose of having witnesses is to ensure that the marriage ceremony is properly documented and witnessed by impartial individuals.

The witnesses must be over 16 because this age requirement ensures that they are legally considered adults and are mature enough to provide reliable and accurate testimony. At this age, individuals have a better understanding of their surroundings and can comprehend the seriousness and responsibility that comes with being a witness.

The marriage declarations in Scotland can be made in any language as long as it is understood by the couple, the Celebrant, and the witnesses. This means that the couple has the flexibility to use their preferred language during the ceremony, ensuring that they fully understand and are able to express their commitment to each other. It also allows for inclusivity and accommodates couples from different linguistic backgrounds.

Either one of the couple to be married may collect the M10 from the registrar. This means that either the bride or the groom can go and collect the M10 form, which is likely a document needed for the marriage process. It does not necessarily require both individuals to be present, as long as one of them is able to collect it.

The Wedding Schedule must be signed in the same place as the legal vows were exchanged. So they could do a non-legal ceremony at the castle and then say their legal vows and sign the schedule at the golf club but they cannot separate the legal vows from the signing.

If you are doing this you must ensure that you introduce the wedding as a non-legal wedding. You are breaking the law if you infer that the wedding is legal.

It is true that as a Humanist Celebrant, you have the legal authority to sign the PD2 Form for the couple's passport application. The form requires the signature of a Minister or Superintendent Registrar, and as a Humanist Celebrant, you hold a similar designation and can fulfill this requirement. Therefore, it is valid for you to sign the form with your designation as a Humanist Celebrant.

When completing the M10 or CP10 form, both members of the couple are required to complete their own individual form. Therefore, the statement "the couple must complete one each" is true.

The Board of Trustees have determined that at least one member of each couple be a member to help support the work that the Society does.

The CP10 must be returned to the Registrar within 3 days. This implies that there is a specific deadline for returning the CP10 form, and it must be done within this time frame. It is important to adhere to this timeline to ensure compliance and avoid any potential penalties or delays in the registration process.

You can only perform the ceremony if you introduce it as a non-legal ceremony and explain to their guests that they are already married. This is because the couple eloped and got married in Las Vegas without informing their parents. They want this ceremony to be their "real wedding" for their family and friends. However, since they are already legally married, it would be misleading and dishonest to declare them married again. Therefore, it is necessary to clarify their marital status to the guests and conduct the ceremony as a non-legal celebration.

The minimum time period allowed for the submission of a M10 before the date of the marriage is 28 days. This means that the M10 form, which is likely a form required for marriage registration or documentation, must be submitted at least 28 days prior to the wedding date. This allows sufficient time for processing and verification of the form before the marriage takes place.

The correct answer is "From the day my letter of authorization arrives". This means that the person can start accepting bookings for weddings as soon as they receive their letter of authorization. The other options (from the day of assessment, from 1st January, and from 1st April) do not specify a specific time or event that allows the person to start accepting bookings.

The celebrant is responsible for ensuring that the venue is dignified and safe. This means that the venue should be appropriate and respectful for the occasion, maintaining a sense of seriousness and formality. Additionally, the celebrant should ensure that the venue is safe for all attendees, taking necessary precautions to prevent accidents or hazards. This includes checking for any potential dangers and addressing them promptly to ensure the well-being of everyone present.

In 2015, the recommended fee for a wedding rehearsal was £75.

You may "declare" them married.

The couple needs to submit the completed M10 to any Registry Office in the district where the wedding is to take place.

There is no declaration in a Civil Partnership

You MUST refer the couple to the Registrar in a situation like this. Always answer "I believe that....but you must contact the Registrar."

The correct answer is £30 each to submit the notice and £10 for each extract of the entry in the register. This means that both individuals in the couple must pay £30 to submit the notice, and if they want an extract of the entry in the register, they must pay an additional £10 for each extract.

In some districts it is even possible to leave the selection of the witnesses to the moment of signing. They must complete their details as well as sign the Wedding Schedule.

You MUST refer the couple to the Registrar in a situation like this. Always answer "I believe that....but you must contact the Registrar."

they must say that they accept the other in marriage

Sorry, this ia a trick question. The bride signs the Schedule in the name she was known by before the wedding.This is usually her maiden name but she may have been married before and may still use her previous married surname.

This answer suggests that you may conduct a legal Humanist marriage ceremony in a boat or a hot air balloon as long as they are not drifting into another registration district and only within 12 miles of the coast of Scotland.