Lord Alli becomes first openly gay Lord. The letter argues that the current law does not unfairly discriminate against same-sex couples but instead preserves the crucial components of the union. Members of the Public Bill Committee included: [16].
The warning is part of a letter seen by the Daily Telegraph which is due to be read from the pulpit in 2, churches during Mass this Sunday. Equalities minister Lynne Featherstone previously said: "This government is promoting a fair society where people respect each other.
Gay men allowed in HM Armed Forces. The Guardian. Oscar Wilde found guilty of gross indecency. The first same-sex marriages took place on 29 March The letter argues that the current law does not unfairly discriminate against same-sex couples but instead preserves the crucial components of the same sex marriage consequences in Westminster.
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