Background security checks are required for the safety and security of the Ceremonies to protect the country from terrorism, organised crime and illegal immigration. These checks will be carried out by the UK Government’s Home Office, the police and other relevant UK authorities and international authorities to whom the UK Home Office and the police may disclose your information.

The UK Government’s Home Office will tell us if you have received a positive or negative screening result. If the result of your check is negative we will ask you to confirm that the information you gave us is accurate. Unless a mistake has been made, we will be unable to continue with your application.