On Friday - nicknamed "love you forever day" - couples were once again crowding into civil affairs departments in provinces around the country.

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This year's fellowship award went to veteran lyricist Don Black, 70, who co-wrote hits including Born Free and Diamonds Are Forever, as well as musicals including Aspects of Love and Bombay Dreams.

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