The bill avoids the term “marriage,” but allows for couples to adopt children and jointly own property. Though approved by the country’s cabinet, the plan has to get through Parliament to become law.
Tag: Same-Sex Marriage, Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships
Putin Proposes Constitutional Ban on Gay Marriage
Seeking to build interest in an impending referendum, the Russian president offered divisive new proposals on hot-button cultural issues.
Married Women on the Island of Jersey Win Control of Their Taxes
Under laws in place since 1928, husbands have full control over a couple’s financial affairs. But that is set to change.
Japan’s Support for Gay Marriage Is Soaring. But Can It Become Law?
The country is being pulled in two directions as it experiences a “boom” in L.G.B.T. awareness but also remains committed to a sometimes inflexible traditional culture.
‘My Loneliness Keeps Me Going’: Fighting for Equality in India
Vidhya Rajput, a transgender activist, has emerged as a leader in a gathering rights revolution in India. But she still has an “ache for love.”
Gay Byrne, Who Tackled Taboos as Ireland’s TV Host, Dies at 85
A revered figure, he mixed serious discussion on matters like sex abuse and contraception with lighter fare on his long-running “Late Late Show.”
Northern Ireland Set to Legalize Abortion and Same-Sex Marriage
The collapse of local government allowed Parliament to step in and bring the territory’s laws in line with Britain’s principles of human rights.
First Chick-fil-A in U.K. to Close in 6 Months Amid Protests
A local L.G.B.T.Q. group called for a boycott of the restaurant soon after it opened at a mall in Reading, England.
Hong Kong Court Rules Against Same-Sex Unions
The decision is a setback to efforts to expand recognition of such partnerships in Asia, after Taiwan’s recognition of gay marriage stirred hopes among many.
Andrew Scheer, Canada’s Conservative Leader, Lacks Star Power but Not Support
Over a year ago few predicted that Andrew Scheer, Canada’s Conservative leader, would have a realistic chance at toppling Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.