Tag: same-sex couples
French lawmakers to vote on same-sex marriage bill
Same-sex marriage in France could take a step closer to reality Tuesday, as lawmakers vote on a controversial bill that would extend the right to marry and adopt to same-sex couples.
Vatican backtracks on support for gay couples
A top Vatican official blamed the media for “derailing” his recent remarks on possible legal protections for unmarried couples, while reaffirming his support for British and French bishops who have been vocal opponents of same-sex marriage.
Same-Sex Wedding Photography Guide Celebrate Valentine’s Day
With stunning examples, visual guide debunks the myth that “same-sex couples are just like straight couples” and can be photographed the same way.
Same Sex Marriage Bill storms through House of Commons
Minutes ago, MPs voted by a majority of 225 in favour of the new Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill. The Bill will extend the legal form of marriage to lesbian, gay and bisexual people and permit religious denominations to celebrate such marriages should they wish.
Gay Marriage: MPs Back Bill In Commons Vote
MPs have supported David Cameron’s plan to allow gay marriage by a majority of 225 votes.
Same-sex marriage is a passport to real equality
The House of Commons will vote this evening on legalising gay marriage. But that bald statement of parliamentary timetabling masks the full import of what is happening.