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Citizenship Ceremonies came into being on 1st January 2004 as a result of provisions contained within the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002. This Act introduced the legal requirement for all applicants for British Citizenship over the age of 18 years, to take part in a Citizenship Ceremony, where they are required to swear or affirm an Oath of Allegiance to the Sovereign and to make a Pledge of Commitment to the United Kingdom.
Denbighshire County Council is responsible for organising Ceremonies for successful Citizenship applicants who live in Denbighshire or who request to have their Ceremony in Denbighshire.
These Ceremonies will enhance the significance and importance of becoming a British Citizen and provide a meaningful celebration of this memorable life event. The Ceremony will be conducted by a Superintendent Registrar or a Deputy Superintendent Registrar. Also in attendance, to welcome the new Citizen to Denbighshire, will be the Chairman or Vice Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, who will, following the Ceremony, present a commemorative gift. The Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd, or his Deputy, will also be in attendance to welcome the new Citizen to the United Kingdom, on behalf of the Sovereign, and to present the Citizenship Certificate, which grants full rights as a British Citizen.
Ceremonies are normally held on the second Thursday of each month at the Town Hall in Ruthin. However, it is possible to hold a private, individual ceremony, either at the Town Hall or at one of the venues within Denbighshire which have been approved for Civil Ceremonies. Additional fees will apply for private ceremonies.
For further information, please contact Nerys Ellis, Superintendent Registrar on 01824 706174