The Church of England has said it will continue to raise concerns about legislation to redefine marriage.
The Government has today published legislation to enable same-sex marriages in England and Wales.
The legislation is due to be debated in the House of Commons on Tuesday 5 February.
Conservative MPs, who are divided over the plans, will be given a free vote.
The Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill will allow same-sex couples to take part in civil marriage ceremonies.
Religious marriage ceremonies will also be permitted where this has been approved by a religious institution.
Couples already in a civil partnership will be able to change the definition of their relationship to marriage.
The Government has given assurances of protection for religious organisations not wishing to conduct same-sex marriages, but churches remain sceptical. Read more
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