It has been claimed that purchasing wedding insurance should be considered "by almost anyone" planning their big day.

According to eRegistry.com, getting cover for themselves when tying the knot was not something many couples used to consider.

However, with the economy continuing to struggle and many businesses shutting up shop, more people are seeing its advantages.

The website explained: "With so many Main Street businesses - like caterers, florists, dress shops and photographers - shutting their doors, couples are finding themselves in a lurch just prior to the big day and without another down payment in their pockets."

Wedding insurance is not an expensive purchase and eRegistry.com says it could cost less than the table centrepieces on the big day.

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