With many couples across the country due to tie the knot this year, the latest announcement by the government will have come as a blow to those hoping to celebrate their big day with extended family and friends.

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said wedding ceremonies and receptions in England are to be capped at 15 people, as part of new coronavirus restrictions to curb a surge in cases.

Speaking in the House of Commons, Mr Johnson said the number of people permitted at wedding celebrations is to be halved, in a bid to “tighten up” the current rule of six.

Celebrations held this weekend will narrowly avoid the new restrictions, which come into effect on Monday September 28.

Setting out the measures, Mr Johnson said: “Now is the time to tighten up the rule of six.

“I’m afraid that from Monday a maximum of 15 people will be able to attend wedding ceremonies and receptions, though up to 30 can still attend a funeral.”

This announcement has now left many people having to cancel or rearrange their nuptials, which has not only impacted the couples themselves but venues and suppliers too.

Some of restrictions around services have been labelled “nonsensical”, specifically in relation to couples being allowed to kiss but then having to wear face coverings for the rest of the ceremony.

In light of the announcement, we now want to hear from you.

Were you planning a wedding this year?

Have you had to cancel or postpone?

Have you lost money?

How much has this impacted your life?

Are you a wedding supplier who is now facing financial ruin?

Send your stories, along with photos, to amy.farnworth@newsquest.co.uk.

Current guidance on weddings states that up to 30 attendees are permitted in Wales, while in Scotland, ceremonies and receptions are limited to 20 people, and numbers are dependent on the venue in Northern Ireland.

Funeral services are exempt from the restrictions, with the maximum number of mourners remaining at 30, unless in areas where local lockdown restrictions are in place.