Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 Debate
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Lord Elton
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Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013
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Baroness Northover
As the noble Baroness may remember, the protections given to various religions in the equal marriage Act protect them in this regard from the operation of the Equality Act. It is up to the Church of England, but I note what the right reverend Prelate said.
Lord Elton (Con)
My Lords, to clarify the position for Church of England clergy during the next two years, will my noble friend confirm that clergy in civil partnerships are able to carry out their ministry in the normal way?
Baroness Northover
I think I need to write to the noble Lord to clarify exactly what the situation is at the moment within the Church of England—but again, it is a matter for the Church of England.