Two MPs have welcomed the return of weddings during the pandemic.
Although never officially banned, registrars had refused to officiate Scottish weddings during lockdown.
But small, socially-distanced weddings have been given the green light, and MSP Oliver Mundell and MP David Mundell couldn't be happier.
Dumfriesshire MSP Oliver Mundell described the change as striking the right balance between allowing ceremonies and controlling Covid-19.
He said: "This is some positive news as we come through this very difficult period.
"There are excellent venues across my constituency, including at world-famous Gretna and Gretna Green, with plenty of space where weddings and civil partnerships can take place in relative safety."
The Scottish Parliament change in lockdown guidelines will see both weddings and civil partnerships go ahead with restricted numbers.
Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale MP David Mundell said: "This is a small, but no less important, step. I'm very supportive.
"It is not only good news for those couples wishing to formalise their relationship but also, hopefully, sets the scene for better times ahead after lockdown for our vitally important hospitality industry."
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