Forced Marriage


 

Everyone in Britain, whatever their religion or belief, has the right to choose whether to get married and who they want to marry.  However, there are about 10,000 forced marriages involving male and female British nationals each year.

A forced marriage differs from an arranged marriage in that either the bride or groom, or both, do not agree to a wedding and are forced to marry against their will, whereas with an arranged marriage both parties agree to their parents finding them a partner.

If you are in a forced marriage, are being forced to marry or would like to support someone facing a forced marriage then:

  • Call the Forced Marriage Unit on 0207 008 0151 where trained professionals offer confidential advice and assistance
  • Visit Forced Marriage.net

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