Steve Race

Steve Race

Labour — Exeter

Speaking in the House of Commons on 27 November 2025

Debate

Identity, Sexuality, Relationships and Marriage

Contribution

I thank the Leader of the House for that answer. I wonder whether the Second Church Estates Commissioner might make it clear to the House of Bishops and the new Archbishop of Canterbury, whom I welcome, that the Church of England is accountable to Parliament, and that going backwards on very modest moves to end discrimination against same-sex lay and clergy couples is unacceptable and not a sustainable position if the Church wishes to continue to enjoy the privileges of its established status.

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