Debate on Children and Family Relationships Bill to begin tonight

The justice minister says married couples who wish to adopt will not be discriminated against after new family laws are passed.

Debate on Children and Family Relationships Bill to begin tonight
Tue, 24 Feb, 2015 - 19:16

The justice minister says married couples who wish to adopt will not be discriminated against after new family laws are passed.

Frances Fitzgerald says the new Children and Family Relationships Bill will always make sure a child is given the best family for their needs - irrespective of their parents' gender.

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