SORs represent 'imposition of a new morality'

THE vote by 168 to 122 in the House of Lord’s tonight in favour of the Government’s Equality Act (Sexual Orientation Regulations) marks the imposition of a new morality.

It is a clear sign that despite saying they were going to consult and listen the Government has failed to respect the consciences of citizens whose values are formed and shaped by their deeply held religious beliefs, be they Christian, Muslim or Jewish. This could have been easily resolved by a simple conscience clause. Read more