The debate over cousin marriages has resurfaced in the UK, with Tory MP Richard Holden calling for a ban on such unions due to concerns about birth defects and the control of women. However, independent MP Iqbal Mohamed argues that outlawing cousin marriages would not be effective or enforceable and that the practice helps build family bonds and financial security. The author of the article, Iram Ramzan, opposes cousin marriages and believes they should be stigmatized. Ramzan highlights the health risks associated with such unions and the negative impact on women, particularly in cases of coercive control. The article concludes by suggesting that making cousin marriages a criminal offense would help protect vulnerable individuals and reduce the prevalence of congenital defects.