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Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill

I think you said at the beginning of the debate, Mr Speaker, that 71 Back Benchers were going to take part. If I am the 71st or thereabouts, my speech will be an action replay of many of the points that have previously been made.

I am going to oppose the Bill. On balance, I accept that evidence from the polls probably indicates that a majority in the country favour this change. However, the democratic process should protect those with deeply felt and sincerely held views that mean they cannot—[Interruption.]

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
558 cc226-7 
Session
2012-13
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
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