Frankly I think we need to get this better framed. Increasing numbers of people do not accept any religious faith. So surely the time has come for 'partnership' to replace 'marriage' anyway?
Why should not everyone regardless of race, gender and orientation have the right to a civil partnership service that involves the same promises and commitments and confers the same rights as 'marriage'?
I am sure many who are in what they see as common law partnerships would thus be tempted to undertake the new partnership commitment.
This change would leave it open for anyone of any faith or orientation to add to this a religious marriage blessing. If you think this is a good idea tell people, especially your MP. And especially those who voted against this measure!
For once Dave does look as if he might be being brave...
EDP report is here:
http://www.edp24.co.uk/news/politics/poll_how_did_your_mp_vote_in_the_gay_marriage_debate_1_1866074
