Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill
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Following a 2012 consultation, the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill will allow same-sex couples to marry, either in a civil ceremony (in a register office or on approved premises, such as hotels) or, where the religious organisation’s governing body chooses to opt in, on religious premises or with a religious ceremony.
The Government has been clear that it would not introduce legislation unless there was absolute protection for religious belief, recognising and respecting the very important ...
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