Question follow-through · 29548

Polygamy

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, pursuant to the Answer of 9 September 2026 to Question 21974 on Social Security Benefits: Polygamy, whether there is a statute law basis for recognising a polygamous marriage in England and Wales.

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Ministry of Justice
Tabled
14 Sept 2026
Target answer date
12 Oct 2026
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  1. 14 Sept 2026

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, pursuant to the Answer of 9 September 2026 to Question 21974 on Social Security Benefits: Polygamy, whether there is a statute law basis for recognising a polygamous marriage in England and Wales.

  2. 12 Oct 2026

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