from Christian TodayChristians have reacted with caution towards government plans to liberalise marriage laws. In one of his final acts as Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy announced a consultation on proposals that would allow weddings to take place in almost any location. The policy is also aimed at providing greater legal recognition for religious minorities and those with no religion. At present the religious wedding ceremonies of most faiths are not recognised by the state, requiring many couples to hold two ceremonies. “The proposals include several troubling suggestions, such as abolishing the use of ‘prescribed words’ and scrapping the requirement for open doors.