Labour is proposing updates to “archaic” marriage laws to widen the range of places where couples can marry in the UK. Under the plans described by the outlets, marriage ceremonies would be able to take place in more everyday and non-traditional locations, rather than requiring venues to be pre-approved. The proposed changes would allow marriages to be held in venues such as private homes and pubs, and also outdoors, including on beaches. The reforms are framed as reducing restrictions on where ceremonies can occur and simplifying the rules around venue approval. However, the proposals also include limits on unusual or potentially risky settings. The reporting states that certain types of ceremonies would not be permitted, including those involving activities such as skydiving or rollercoasters. Overall, the plan is presented as expanding options for couples while maintaining boundaries related to safety and suitability of ceremony locations, and shifting the approach from pre-approval to broader permitted venue use.