Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill

Debate between Fiona O'Donnell and Diane Abbott

Tuesday 16th July 2013 Commons Chamber

[Ms Abbott]

Many of my constituents are sad that I am supporting the Bill, but they also know, after more than 25 years, that for me human rights are non-negotiable.

[Fiona O'Donnell]

My hon. Friend makes another excellent contribution. I am glad that society will be different from the one I was born into. There was progress by the time my children were born, but as my grandchildren rapidly arrive on the planet I hope we have a better society still. This is a good Bill that will do good. It has been made better by these amendments, and I am delighted to have had the opportunity to contribute to the debate.