Equal Marriage Consultation

Stephen Williams Excerpts

Tuesday 11th December 2012 Commons Chamber

[Maria Miller]

In the tradition of brevity, yes.

[Stephen Williams (Bristol West) (LD)]

I have long wanted to see a society in which couples who love each other, whether they are of the same sex or the opposite sex, can demonstrate that love and commitment in front of their family and their friends and for that commitment to be recognised by society. Does the Minister agree that all of us who want to see such a society should be very proud of her announcement today, which is a major strike for civil rights and equality in our country?