Written question asked by Baroness Blatch (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 October 2003. It was answered by Lord Sainsbury of Turville (Labour) on Thursday, 9 October 2003.

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Sainsbury of Turville, Lord

Question

Whether the refusal by a professional to become involved with the placement of children for adoption by same-sex couples on the grounds of conscience is grounds for dismissal. [HL 4540].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

653 c81WA; HL 4540

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Children Adoption Homosexuality Ethics Religion Unfair dismissal Social workers