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Post Office campaigner Alan Bates marries on Richard Branson’s island

The Times reported the wedding was a surprise to the new Lady Bates, 69, who wore a sun dress she packed for the holiday.

“It just seemed a good idea being on Necker and it being a wonderful place,” Mr Bates told the paper.

Sir Richard reportedly invited the couple to the island after Sir Alan said in a January interview with the Times, external: “If Richard Branson is reading this, I’d love a holiday.”

The Virgin tycoon, who officiated the ceremony and made a speech, told the Sunday Times: “It was an absolute joy to play a small part in Alan and Suzanne’s love story, and I know they will continue to spread the beautiful light they share with everyone around them.”

Necker Island is one of the most exclusive holiday destinations in the world, and has welcomed guests including Princess Diana, Nelson Mandela, the Obamas and Harry Styles


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