Vatican Bank Fires Newlywed Couple Over Workplace Marriage Ban

The couple, who were dismissed after refusing to resign, are challenging the decision in Vatican civil court.

The Vatican bank enforced a new regulation in May barring workplace marriages to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure impartiality.
The couple, who met while working in different departments, were married in August, believing they might be exempt from the rule.
After neither spouse agreed to resign, both were dismissed on October 1 and have since appealed to Pope Francis without receiving a response.
The couple's attorney has called the firings illegitimate and plans to challenge the decision in Vatican civil court within 30 days.
The Vatican bank employs about 100 people and has been working to improve its reputation following past scandals.