Civil partnerships5 Dec 2025UK's first same sex civil partnerships 20 years onChris Cramp and Matthew Roche were one of the UK's first same-sex couples to become civil partners.5 Dec 202524 Nov 2025Birth certificate change is 'gigantic' for coupleSame-sex parents are now able to have both their names on their children's birth certificates.24 Nov 202529 Jun 2025Proposed changes to divorce law could end blame gameA consultation on the divorce process has been launched by the Executive that could see changes to the way people legally separate.29 Jun 202521 May 2025What has changed 10 years after Ireland's marriage referendum?BBC News NI speaks to three couples to find out how they feel the last decade has been. 21 May 20251 Apr 2024City's register office to move to bigger premisesCeremonies will be held in Orchard House in Orchard Street from April 2025.1 Apr 202420 Dec 2023Dean of Canterbury to consider same-sex blessingsThe Very Rev Dr David Monteith will consult with Canterbury Cathedral stakeholders before deciding.20 Dec 202317 Dec 2023Same-sex couple receives Anglican church blessingPrayers for Catherine Bond and Jane Pearce are held after approval from the House of Bishops.17 Dec 202326 Oct 2023Celebrity wedding venue offers £100 ceremoniesOld Marylebone Town Hall in London will host 100 weddings in a day as it celebrates its centenary.26 Oct 202315 Sep 2023Law would give island's same-sex parents equal rightsJersey's children's minister says same-sex parents should expect equal recognition and protection.15 Sep 2023...