GLOUCESTERSHIRE marked National Registrars’ Day on Wednesday, July 1 by celebrating the dedicated work of its Registration Service.

The day marks the start of civil registration in 1837 and recognises the role registrars continue to play today recording key life events.

Registrars have recorded thousands of the most important life events across the county last year.

Cllr Paul Hodgkinson, cabinet member with responsibility for libraries and registration services for Gloucestershire County Council, said: “National Registrars’ Day is a chance to recognise the dedication and professionalism of our Registration Service staff, who support residents at some of the most important moments in their lives.

“From welcoming new births to helping couples celebrate their commitment, and supporting families at difficult times, their work is both varied and incredibly important. I’d like to thank our registrars for the care and attention they bring to every service they provide.”

Last year, the service registered 5,191 births, 5,763 deaths, 2,689 marriages and 162 civil partnerships.

A total of 3,811 marriage and civil partnership ceremonies took place across Gloucestershire last year, held in register offices and more than 100 licensed venues, giving couples a wide choice of settings. Registrars also led 231 British citizenship ceremonies and issued 7,757 copy certificates, supporting people at key milestones in their lives.

The service offers a range of options at its registration offices, from statutory civil ceremonies to more flexible enhanced packages.

It offers enhanced legal ceremonies in licensed venues across Gloucestershire and provides personalised celebrations such as naming ceremonies, renewal of vows and commitment ceremonies, which can take place at the licensed approved venues or in locations such as homes and community spaces.

To contact the service, you can email [email protected] or call 01452 425060.