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Saturday, August 17, 2013

Free Church calls for 'conscience' clause in gay marriage laws


The Free Church of Scotland said a conscience clause, similar to that included for medical staff when abortion was legalised, would also shield teachers who do not want to include gay marriage in lessons.

Despite repeated assurances from SNP ministers, the Free Church said legislation being considered at Holyrood gives “little protection” to clergy who believe marriage is between a man and a woman.

A conscientious objector clause would remove any doubt about a celebrant’s right to refuse to conduct a gay ceremony without resorting to court action, it said.  Read more

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