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20/11/2013
Scottish Same-Sex Marriage Bill Expected To Pass First Vote
Ministers in Scotland are due to vote for the first time on proposed legislation for the introduction of same-sex marriage.
According to reports, MSPs are expected to support the Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill "in principle", understood the believe that the bill is "the right thing to do".
Both the Church of Scotland and Catholic Church are opposed to the legislation.
Under the Bill church's and religious groups in Scotland would be required to "opt in" in order to perform same-sex ceremonies.
The Bill will face a final government vote before it could be made law.
(MH/CD)
According to reports, MSPs are expected to support the Marriage and Civil Partnership Bill "in principle", understood the believe that the bill is "the right thing to do".
Both the Church of Scotland and Catholic Church are opposed to the legislation.
Under the Bill church's and religious groups in Scotland would be required to "opt in" in order to perform same-sex ceremonies.
The Bill will face a final government vote before it could be made law.
(MH/CD)
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