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Friday, January 25, 2013

Traditional understanding of marriage 'not discriminatory'



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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