Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill

Debate between Lord Skelmersdale and Baroness O'Loan

Monday 8th July 2013 Lords Chamber

[Baroness O'Loan]

I thank the Minister and the noble Baroness for all that they have said and done and for their work in creating these comprehensive amendments. I will not move these amendments which do not seek to wreck the Bill or cause homophobia but are simply designed to reassure a huge range of churches beyond the established church in England and Wales. I hope that the Government will continue to keep your Lordships’ House informed about their work with the Equality and Human Rights Commission on guidance, as that is clearly vital. On that basis, Amendments 18, 19, 22 and 23 are not moved.

[The Deputy Speaker (Lord Skelmersdale)]

I am afraid that the rules do not allow me to do that. Is it your Lordships’ pleasure that Amendment 18 be withdrawn?