Equal Marriage Consultation Debate

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Equal Marriage Consultation

Andrew Bridgen Excerpts
Tuesday 11th December 2012

(12 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Maria Miller Portrait Maria Miller
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That is a detail I am happy to look at. It is not part of our proposals today, but, in the spirit of collaboration, I will be happy to talk to my hon. Friend about it.

Andrew Bridgen Portrait Andrew Bridgen (North West Leicestershire) (Con)
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I have listened to the Minister’s remarks on the legal robustness of this possible change in legislation and redefinition of marriage, but I am somewhat sceptical. Why has she not made public the Attorney-General’s specific advice on this matter?

Maria Miller Portrait Maria Miller
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As I am sure my hon. Friend knows, any advice the Government receive is privileged information. I have set out the Government’s legal position, which is straightforward and clear, and I hope it will provide my hon. Friend with the reassurance he seeks.