Same Sex Marriages.

[Margaret Pilkington]

Especially when it is dunked in rum!

[kestrelx]

Originally Posted by mobertol

High on life, Dave -high on life!

That's a symptom of Bi-polar disorder, don't get too high on life Mobertol

Glad you been commenting on me

[kestrelx]

Originally Posted by mobertol

Could always try sending him some -he could crush them up and try them -well, hovever he likes!

Mmmm I seriously doubt if I would!

[kestrelx]

Originally Posted by Gordon Booth

I'm with Margaret all the way on this.
Let's keep some tradition. Marriage has always been between a man and a woman- that's what they are, not 'parties'. That s just dehumanising it.
Same sex couples should have all the rights and laws a married couple have if they commit to a legalised union but what's wrong with that being a 'Civil Partnership'? It's a new idea-give it a new name.

That's one thing I agree with you on - at least!

[jaysay]

Originally Posted by walkinman221

I hope kestrelx isn't reading this he will think you two have finally succumbed to the delights of recreational narcotics

Na Dave as Bryan Ferry said "Love is a drug"

[jaysay]

Originally Posted by walkinman221

Glad to hear it don't want the kestrel getting the wrong idea, as you know he is a little dim

A little

[Gordon Booth]

Originally Posted by kestrelx

That's one thing I agree with you on - at least!

There's hope for you yet!
But don't do it too often- I'd get worried.

[claytonx]

I haven't read all the posts but if no one has put this address on for anyone intrested.
If you think marriage should only be between a man and a woman go to
Coalaition for marriage and sign the petition.

I Have.

[garinda]

Originally Posted by claytonx

I haven't read all the posts but if no one has put this address on for anyone intrested.
If you think marriage should only be between a man and a woman go to
Coalaition for marriage and sign the petition.

I Have.

Yes, mixed marriages face an uphill struggle from the start, and could probably do with a little extra support.

[Less]

Originally Posted by claytonx

I haven't read all the posts but if no one has put this address on for anyone intrested.
If you think marriage should only be between a man and a woman go to
Coalaition for marriage and sign the petition.

I Have.

What a shame, from the post I take it that you have some strong views on this subject? Unfortunately not strong enough views to read through all the thread, does this make you:-
A. Lazy
B. Ignorant
C. A touch bigoted
D. All of the above

[gynn]

One of the nastiest and most hateful aspects of modern society is institutionalised homophobia.

What gives any individual the right to say "Because of my narrow minded and bigoted opinions, you should not be able to live a fulfilled and happy life with your chosen partner'?

Equality is the aim of any civilised society, so if marriage is ok for one couple, its ok for ANY couple.

[kestrelx]

Originally Posted by gynn

One of the nastiest and most hateful aspects of modern society is institutionalised homophobia.

What gives any individual the right to say "Because of my narrow minded and bigoted opinions, you should not be able to live a fulfilled and happy life with your chosen partner'?

Equality is the aim of any civilised society, so if marriage is ok for one couple, its ok for ANY couple.

As it happens the changes currently on the table about this are only for Registry Office Marriages - Gay Marriages will still be illegal in churches.

[claytonx]

Originally Posted by Less

What a shame, from the post I take it that you have some strong views on this subject? Unfortunately not strong enough views to read through all the thread, does this make you:-
A. Lazy
B. Ignorant
C. A touch bigoted
D. All of the above

Just Honest

[jaysay]

Originally Posted by kestrelx

As it happens the changes currently on the table about this are only for Registry Office Marriages - Gay Marriages will still be illegal in churches.

Isn't that why churches are empty on a Sunday because of narrow minded views

[Margaret Pilkington]

Originally Posted by gynn

One of the nastiest and most hateful aspects of modern society is institutionalised homophobia.

What gives any individual the right to say "Because of my narrow minded and bigoted opinions, you should not be able to live a fulfilled and happy life with your chosen partner'?

Equality is the aim of any civilised society, so if marriage is ok for one couple, its ok for ANY couple.

I am not homophobic, but I can't see why marriage is necessary(especially seeing as it won't be in church)....and why the terms of referenece to married couples should be changed to accommodate homosexuals. I do not wish to be reffered to as 'a party to/in marriage'.........this may seem like a small thing, but to many people(like myself) it is important.
Those who are in a same sex relationship, and have gone through a civil ceremony have the weight of the law on their side already.....they have equality with heterosexual couples.......I don't understand what is to be achieved by this change (which, by the way will cost businesses and governments loads of money - all forms which refer to husband and wife will have to be changed, websites etc).

I really do not care about someones sexual orientation. I would have thought that the government have far more weighty issues to deal with, which should take priority over this.
Lynn Featherstone, it seems has already made her decisions...despite the fact there is supposed to consultation taking place....now in my book, consultation means that there is an element of listening to both sides of an argument and coming to some sort of compromise.........it is worrying that this can be done in such a manner....it leads me to think that there are other issues which could also be dealt with in a similar way...and if t hat doesn't worry you - then it should.

These are elected representatives who are supposed to listen to those who put them in power.