Proceeding contribution from Lord Lester of Herne Hill (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Lords on Monday, 25 January 2010. It occurred during Committee of the Whole House (HL) and Debate on bill on Equality Bill.
Equality Bill
In the Amicus case the Minister referred to, the learned judge Mr Justice Richards went on to say: ""It was entirely proper … for the State to seek to balance the rights of homosexuals against those of followers of organised religions. The strength of feelings on both sides is amply demonstrated by the claims … in these proceedings. The balance struck is proportionate"." He also made clear that the exception had to be strictly construed. Can the Minister confirm that?
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- 716 c1208
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- 2009-10
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- House of Lords chamber
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- Disability Conditions of employment Civil partnerships Care homes Adoption Armed forces Clergy Employment Equality Homosexuality EU law Fire and rescue services Discrimination Dismissal Marriage Police Public sector Religion Sexuality Transgender people
- Legislation
- Equality Bill 2008-09 to 2009-10
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