Theyre not supposed to marry non-travellers but marriage to second cousins in families is common. Once married, the man rules the roost.

Can Travellers date non-Travellers?

“And to marry a non-Traveller depends on what family you have. Some families accept non-Travellers but others are very strict. Usually the Irish girls will know the boy for a short time, say around six months to a year, and then marry but the English might have boyfriends for many years.

What age do Travellers get married at?

Traveler men are usually over twenty-one years of age when they marry, but their brides may be as young as twelve with the average being between fifteen and eighteen.

Can travelers read and write?

Dont assume your client can read or write: Many Gypsies and Travellers cannot read or write, and may not disclose this even when asked. Use as many pictures as words and link in with outreach services to help you promote your service verbally.

Do Travellers celebrate Christmas?

Like all Latin peoples, non-gypsy or payo Spaniards celebrate Christmas Eve, but the gitanos, in this at least, are like us anglos: they rejoice in the birth of the Señor on the day it happened, December 25th.

Who can legally marry a couple in Ireland?

Until not long too long ago, it was one of the only two ways to get legally married in Ireland. A non-religious Civil wedding ceremony can only be performed by an appointed civil servant, called a Registrar. For our American readers, this would be the equivalent of a courthouse wedding in the US.

Why do Irish Travelers cover their windows?

They said the Travellers cover their windows with aluminum and do idol worship. Police routinely characterize the Irish Travellers from South Carolina and elsewhere in the U.S. as con men and scam artists.

Can Travellers claim benefits UK?

You may still be able to claim some benefits if you travel or move abroad, or if youre already living abroad.

Can you get married then have a wedding later?

Yes, youll already be legally married by the time your wedding rolls around, but that doesnt mean it cant be just as special—especially since rules no longer apply! A few ideas we love? Include all the traditions you love, and skip the ones you dont. Have a short and sweet ceremony to symbolize your union.

Can you get married without being engaged?

Do i have to propose in order to get married? No – in order to get married you do not need an official marriage proposal. After having registered at the registration office for a marriage license you are considered as engaged.

Do Travellers have to go to school?

Children of Traveller groups, whose families do not travel are expected to register at a school and attend as normal. They are subject to the same rules as other children in terms of the requirement to attend school regularly once registered at school. However, many Traveller families will travel for work purposes.

Is Gypsy and Traveller the same thing?

Gypsies and Travellers are two distinct societies. While both are nomadic peoples, the two societies have totally different origins, culture, language, and physical profile. The Gypsies are generally found in Eastern Europe while the Travellers usually walk inside the territories of Ireland, UK, and the Americas.

What are common Traveller surnames?

You may have Gypsy ancestry if your family tree includes common Gypsy surnames such as Boswell, Buckland, Codona, Cooper, Doe, Lee, Gray (or Grey), Hearn, Holland, Lee, Lovell, Smith, Wood, Young and Hearn.

Whats the difference between Romany and Irish Travellers?

Irish Travellers share some of the same cultural values as Romany Gypsies, such as a preference for self-employment, but there are also big differences - for example most Irish Travellers are Catholic whereas Romany Gypsies are Church of England, says Joseph G Jones from the Gypsy Council.

Do Gypsy Travellers pay road tax?

Gypsies dont pay tax! Like everyone else Gypsies and Travellers pay road tax, VAT on goods and services, and income tax when working or self-employed. They pay council tax and licence fees on settled sites. Gypsies and Travellers dont care about society!

Do Travellers have bank accounts?

Gypsies and Travellers pay road tax, VAT on goods and services, and income tax when working or self-employed. Many Gypsies and Travellers without a fixed address are unable to open a bank account or register as self-employed.

Do you have to have a ceremony to be married?

Everyone getting married has to complete a Notice of Intended Marriage form (NoIM) at least one calendar month prior to your ceremony date, as required by law in New South Wales. With Simple Ceremonies this is done online and even signed on your smartphone by both you and your witness.