Gay marriages to be legal in Britain from December

GAY marriages will come into force in Britain from December, it was announced yesterday.

Tue, 22 Feb, 2005 - 00:00
David Barrett

British ministers said same-sex couples will be able to notify register offices of their intention to form a civil partnership from December 5.

The first partnerships will therefore be in place by Christmas, after the 15-day waiting period has passed.

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