Welby set for gay marriage row
The new Archbishop of Canterbury says he stands by the Church of England's criticism of legislation to introduce gay marriage. The Most Rev Justin Welby was formally confirmed in office today.
Gay marriage bill 'is damaging the Tories'
Tory MP Peter Bone told Daybreak that the gay marriage debate is damaging his party. He said a referendum would let the country decide on what is a "divisive" issue:
"Clearly this is divisive, let's think about this, let's have a referendum, let the people decide," he added.
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