I agree with the hon. Gentleman. I should point out that registrars have never previously been given opt-outs, including on performing civil partnerships or re-marrying divorcees, even on the grounds of profoundly held religious beliefs. There is an important distinction to be made.
Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Stephen Doughty
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 20 May 2013.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill.
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