Declaration
( optional )
I ……. ( Partner 1 ) declare that I know of no legal reason why we may not register as each other ’ s civil partner . I understand that on signing this document we will be forming a civil partnership with each other . I ……. ( Partner 2 ) declare that I know of no legal reason why we may not register as each other ’ s civil partner . I understand that on signing this document we will be forming a civil partnership with each other .
Signing of Schedule and Commemorative Certificate
Both partners and witnesses to sign the schedule and commemorative certificate .
Presentation of the Commemorative Certificate ( optional )
……. and …… you are now Partners in the eyes of the law and it is with great pleasure that I present you with a commemorative certificate to remind you of this day .
Reading
Guests to stand .
Exchange of Tokens ( optional )
The giving of a token signifies the promise of a love that is everlasting and is a public affirmation that the contract between ……. ( Partner 1 ) and …… ( Partner 2 ) will be honoured .
Token Option 1
…… ( Partner 1 ) this ( type of token given ) is a token of my abiding love // and is an outward sign // of the promise I make to you today . …… ( Partner 2 ) this ( type of token given ) is a token of my abiding love // and is an outward sign // of the promise I make to you today .
Token Option 2
Words that you have written ( repeated for both partners ). These need to be approved by the Superintendent Registrar .
Reading
Concluding Words
Ladies and Gentlemen to close the ceremony I would like to say something to Partner 1 and Partner 2 and I am sure that these sentiments are echoed by all of us here today . Everyday that you live , learn how to receive love with as much understanding as you give love . Find things within yourself , then you can share them with each other . Do not fear this love . Have an open heart and a sincere mind . Be constant and consistent in your love . From this will come security and strength . Now that the ceremony is over and the experience of living day by day as legal partners is about to begin go and meet it gladly . Ladies and gentlemen please join with me in offering your congratulations to ……… ( Partner 1 ) and ……… ( Partner 2 ) as they celebrate their partnership .
Concluding Words 2
You have the choice of using words that you have written ( which need to be approved by the Superintendent Registrar ).
Formal Exit
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