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A new web site www.marriagepreparation.co.uk which is part of the Community Family Trust networks, has been set up with this journey in mind. Alongside this Chris Grimshaw has worked very hard in mobilizing Registrars to encourage their clients to prepare for their marriage.
As part of their LCD funding a video has been produced, which is given to all Registrars to encourage couples to consider some form of Marriage Preparation. Directories of national, local organisations, churches and individuals offering Marriage Preparation is also part of this site.
So what makes Community Marriage Policies so effective? The answer is found in three essential components:
We are investigating the application of the above schemes and would be interested to talk with people wishing to further programmes in their areas. FMI supports and encourages the work of other organisations also involved in this development. As more information becomes available we will post it on this web-page or feel free to contact the office - so watch this space.
There is a great deal of activity on the support for Marriage and Couple Relationships by different organisations. Where possible FMI aim to support various events and become an active participant.